British Airways | First Officer

British Airways Direct Entry Pilot – 787 First Officer

British Airways, the UK’s proud flag carrier, connects Britain with the world and the world with Britain, building on a century of pioneering aviation history since launching the world’s first international scheduled air service. This inherent spirit of originality defines British Airways and is shared with passengers, partners, and colleagues alike. Whether contributing through customer service, engineering expertise, or expertly navigating aircraft across the globe, a career at British Airways offers significant opportunity. The airline encourages ambition and thinking big, believing the sky is never the limit for its people.

The Opportunity

British Airways is seeking experienced aviation professionals to join as a Direct Entry Pilot, specifically operating as a Boeing 787 First Officer. At the core of this role is the commitment to the customer, aiming to provide the very best flight experience possible. Pilots are challenged daily to perform to world-class standards, embracing the dynamic and exciting life of a commercial airline pilot.

Career Development

A pilot career with British Airways offers considerable flexibility and opportunity. Beyond the flight deck, pilots can pursue a variety of roles, including training and pilot recruitment. The airline values the lifestyle needs of its pilots, offering opportunities to bid for different fleets and Command positions through an annual process. Pilots benefit from significant career development opportunities within the airline, supported by a competitive reward and benefits package.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for the British Airways Direct Entry Pilot – 787 First Officer position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Currently flying the Boeing 787 and have flown this aircraft type within the last 12 months.
• Hold a current UK issued CAA Flight Crew Licence ATPL (A), or hold an EASA ATPL (A) licence and meet the "Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements" (route 3, 4, 5 or 6) as defined by the UK CAA.
• Possess a current Class 1 medical certificate.
• Meet height requirements, being between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Applicants taller than 1.91m may be considered subject to a functionality check to confirm capability in seating positions across various BA fleets.
• Demonstrate a good level of physical fitness.
• Hold ICAO English language proficiency at level 6 (spoken and written).
• Possess a valid passport with a minimum of 12 months remaining before its expiry date.
• Applicants who hold an EASA licence and previously held a UK Part-FCL licence should upload a copy of their previous UK licence or proof of completing training in the UK and being awarded a UK licence in the application's supporting files section.

Important Restriction: Applicants must be actively flying the Boeing 787 ONLY. Pilots holding a Boeing 777/787 licence but currently only flying the Boeing 777 are not eligible for this specific opportunity.

Fleet Information

Initial job offers will primarily be for the Boeing 787 fleet. British Airways maintains a long-term ambition to transition towards a single Boeing fleet, encompassing the 777, 777X, and 787 aircraft. Future moves to other fleets are processed via the internal fleet move system and allocated based on seniority. Offers for the Boeing 777 may be extended if the number of successful applicants exceeds the available 787 positions.

Rewards and Benefits

British Airways values its colleagues and provides a comprehensive package that extends beyond a competitive salary:

• Dynamic Career Path opportunities.
• Varied Roster Patterns, including night stops, day trips, and tours.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 15%.
• Eligibility for extensive British Airways worldwide staff travel benefits.
• Greater choice of 5 different fleet types after an initial freeze period.
• Life insurance benefits.
• Company-funded conversion course/type rating, which is not bonded.
• Unlimited discounted airfares for friends and family.
• Discounts at selected car hire companies, hotels, and retail stores.
• Access to a range of voluntary benefits for colleagues and their family members.
• Options for private medical cover, dental and critical illness cover, a Technology scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and an Electric/Plug-in Hybrid car scheme.

Application Process Notes

• Candidates who are unsuccessful at the initial screening, video interview, capacity testing, or assessment centre stages must wait 6 months from their most recent assessment date before reapplying for a pilot recruitment campaign.
• Candidates unsuccessful at the simulator (SIM) stage must wait 12 months before re-applying for a pilot recruitment campaign.
• Applicants may only apply to one airline within the British Airways family (British Airways, Euroflyer, or Cityflyer) at any one time. Failure in one campaign necessitates waiting until the specified re-apply period has elapsed before applying to any of the three airlines.
• Successful candidates will be placed into a hold pool. Candidates in the hold pool will receive a maximum of two job offers. Declining a second job offer results in exiting the hold pool, requiring the candidate to re-apply after 12 months and complete the entire selection process again.

Inclusion & Diversity

British Airways recognises and celebrates the unique differences each colleague brings, including their originality, creativity, and identity. The airline actively encourages people from all backgrounds to join its journey towards becoming a Better BA, valuing diversity as a fundamental strength. British Airways is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on factors such as race, religion, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Disclaimer

This job description provides essential information regarding the scope, nature, and level of work associated with this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions required for the role.