British Airways Direct Entry Pilot - 787 First Officer
British Airways, the nation's flag carrier, connects Britain with the world, a tradition upheld for over a century since pioneering the world's first international scheduled air service. Originality and innovation are deeply ingrained in its culture, a spirit shared by its passengers, partners, and colleagues.
British Airways seeks a Direct Entry Pilot for the 787 fleet. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing exceptional flight experiences for every passenger, ensuring world-class flying standards on every journey.
As a pilot with British Airways, the opportunities for career progression are boundless. The airline values its pilots' lifestyles, offering diverse roles beyond flying, including training and recruitment. British Airways pilots can bid for various fleets and Command positions annually.
This position offers a competitive reward and benefits package, fostering both professional and personal growth.
Responsibilities:
- Provide the best possible flight experience for each passenger.
- Maintain world-class flying standards.
- Contribute to a safe and efficient flight operation.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
- Currently flying the Boeing 787 within the last 12 months.
- Hold a UK-issued CAA Flight Crew Licence ATPL (A), or hold an EASA ATPL (A) licence and meet the UK CAA's "Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements" (route 3, 4, 5 or 6).
- Class 1 medical certificate.
- Height between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Pilots exceeding 1.91m may apply but will undergo a functionality check to confirm seating position compatibility across BA fleets.
- Good level of physical fitness.
- Spoken and written English ICAO level 6 proficiency.
- Valid passport (minimum 12 months before expiry date).
- Hold a UK Part-FCL ATPL (or meet the criteria to upgrade to an ATPL during the type rating) or hold an EASA licence and meet the "Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements" set out by the UK CAA (route 3, 4, 5 or 6).
Benefits:
British Airways values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Dynamic career path
- Varied Roster Patterns (night stops, day trips and tours)
- Company pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
- Extensive British Airways worldwide staff travel eligibility
- Greater choice of 5 different fleet types (after initial freeze)
- Life insurance benefits
- Company-funded conversion course/type rating (not bonded)
- Unlimited discounted airfares for friends and family
- Discounts at selected car hire, hotels, and retail stores
- A range of voluntary benefits for yourself and family members
- Private medical cover, dental and critical illness cover, Technology scheme, Cycle to Work and Electric/Plug-in Hybrid car scheme
British Airways is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Please Note:
- Candidates unsuccessful at initial screening, video interview, capacity testing, or assessment center stages can reapply after 6 months from their last assessment date. Candidates unsuccessful at the SIM stage must wait 12 months.
- Applicants may only apply to one airline within the British Airways family (British Airways, Euroflyer, or Cityflyer) at a time.
- Successful candidates will enter a hold pool and receive a maximum of two job offers. Declining the second offer requires reapplying after 12 months.
- Job offers will primarily be made on the Boeing 787.*
*Boeing 777 offers may be made if successful applicants exceed the number of 787 positions available.