Description
Job Title: Citation XLS Captain
Company: Raber Flight Services dba RFS AVIATION
Location: Denver, Colorado (KDEN / local area)
Position Type: Full-Time, Part 91/135 (Predominantly Part 135)
About the Role:
Raber Flight Services dba RFS AVIATION is seeking an experienced, type-rated, and current Citation XLS Captain for our Denver-based operation. This full-time position operates under Part 91 and Part 135, with most flying conducted under Part 135.
You will be one of two dedicated captains on the Citation XLS, working with a floating SIC who is already on board and currently serves as a CE-560 Encore Captain. This is a long-term opportunity for a professional aviator who values safety, consistency, and high-quality service in a stable, owner-focused flight department.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Act as Pilot in Command (PIC) on company Citation XLS operations (Part 91 and Part 135).
Ensure the highest levels of safety, regulatory compliance, and professionalism.
Perform all aspects of flight planning and execution in accordance with FAA and company procedures.
Conduct thorough pre-flight planning, weight and balance, performance calculations, and pre-/post-flight inspections.
Exercise strong CRM and leadership in a two-pilot crew environment with the SIC.
Communicate clearly and professionally with passengers, owners, dispatch/ops, and maintenance.
Assist with maintaining aircraft readiness, cleanliness, and onboard amenities.
Participate in all required training, checking, and recurrent events on schedule.
Schedule:
Initial schedule options (subject to refinement based on operational demand):5 days on / 3 days off, or
8 days on / 6 days off
Flexibility required to support trip coverage and operational needs.
Overnights and some weekend/holiday flying should be expected.
Minimum Qualifications:
FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
Current and valid CE-560XL/XLS/XLS+ type rating.
Current and qualified to act as PIC on type (recent XLS/XLS+ time strongly preferred).
Current First Class Medical.
Valid passport; able to travel internationally as required.
Strong working knowledge of Part 91 and Part 135 operations.
Excellent communication skills and professional, customer-service-focused demeanor.
Must live in, or be willing to relocate/commute reliably to, the Denver, Colorado area.
Preferred Experience:
Significant PIC time in Citation XLS/XLS+.
3,000+ total flight hours (or comparable experience).
Previous corporate and/or charter (Part 135) experience.
Demonstrated leadership, judgment, and CRM skills in a two-pilot crew environment.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive base salary aligned with current market rates and the Colorado pay scale.Final compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Full health, dental, and vision coverage.Company pays monthly medical premiums for each salaried pilot.
Pilot selects coverage; RFS AVIATION pays the associated medical premiums.
Holiday pay.
Year-end bonuses based on safety, performance, and overall track record.
Company-paid training and recurrent events.
Opportunity to grow with a professional, safety-focused, predominantly Part 135 flight department.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
Current and valid CE-560XL/XLS/XLS+ type rating.
Current and qualified to act as PIC on type (recent XLS/XLS+ time strongly preferred).
Current First Class Medical.
Valid passport; able to travel internationally as required.
Strong working knowledge of Part 91 and Part 135 operations.
Excellent communication skills and professional, customer-service-focused demeanor.
Must live in, or be willing to relocate/commute reliably to, the Denver, Colorado area.
Preferred Experience:
Significant PIC time in Citation XLS/XLS+.
3,000+ total flight hours (or comparable experience).
Previous corporate and/or charter (Part 135) experience.
Demonstrated leadership, judgment, and CRM skills in a two-pilot crew environment.
