Aegean | A320 Captain

Type Rated Captain (Airbus Fleet)

About AEGEAN

AEGEAN, an Athens, Greece-based airline, is a distinguished member of the Star Alliance Group since 2010. Renowned for its operational excellence and passenger service, AEGEAN is a proud winner of 16 SKYTRAX World Airline awards, including the prestigious ‘Best Regional Airline in Europe’. Together with Olympic Air, the AEGEAN Group has united its strengths since October 2013 to offer an expansive network across Greece and internationally. The Group plays a vital role in supporting Greek regions and ensuring high-quality access even to the most remote Greek islands. Instrumental to AEGEAN's continuous success are its dedicated employees, who channel their energy and motivation into the challenging and dynamic aviation industry, consistently providing high standards of service across all travel stages and contributing to the continuous improvement of products and offerings. AEGEAN is committed to attracting enthusiastic, talented, and dedicated individuals eager to drive the organization forward and contribute to its ongoing legacy in European aviation.

About the Role

AEGEAN is actively seeking highly qualified and experienced Type Rated Captains to join its distinguished Airbus Fleet. This permanent contract position offers a secure and stable employment environment with long-term career prospects within a leading Star Alliance member airline. The successful candidate will be instrumental in providing unparalleled service and value to passengers, fostering a culture of innovation and teamwork, and upholding the highest dedication to safety standards. This role is ideal for aviation professionals ready to commit to a rewarding career with a secure and forward-thinking airline group.

Key Requirements

Prospective candidates for this prestigious Type Rated Captain role must meet the following essential qualifications:

• Possession of an EASA ATPL(A) with a valid Type Rating on an aircraft with an MTOW above 40 tonnes.
• A minimum of 5,000 hours of total flying time on Commercial Air Transport (CAT) aircraft with an MTOW above 40 tonnes.
• Demonstrated flying experience of at least 2,000 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) on aircraft with an MTOW above 40 tonnes, OR 1,000 hours as PIC on any AIRBUS FBW aircraft.
• Minimum ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4.
• A valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• Unrestricted legal right to live and work within the European Union.

Desired Competencies

Beyond technical proficiency, AEGEAN values Captains who possess the following key competencies:

• Exceptional communication skills, fostering open, honest, and respectful interactions within the flight deck and with ground teams.
• A strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration, essential for safe and efficient operations.
• Proven ability in problem-solving and proactive initiative-taking, especially under demanding or stressful circumstances.
• A structured and analytical approach to thinking and decision-making.

Benefits

AEGEAN offers a comprehensive and attractive benefits package designed to reward its valued Captains:

• A supportive and appreciative working environment where contributions are recognized and valued.
• Outstanding career and professional development opportunities within a dynamic organization.
• A permanent contract offering security and stability within a reputable Airline Group, a member of Star Alliance.
• A highly competitive remuneration package, including 14 annual salaries.
• Comprehensive private health insurance scheme.
• A robust pension scheme.
• Loss of license insurance for enhanced security.
• Eligibility for an annual profitability bonus, based on company performance.
• Increased flying allowances by 50% during the peak summer period.
• Access to worldwide staff travel benefits, facilitating personal and family travel.