British Airways | First Officer

British Airways is seeking experienced Direct Entry Senior First Officers for permanent, full-time roles at London Heathrow. Successful candidates will operate on various aircraft types, with long-haul suitability assessed during the selection process.

Requirements

• Current qualifying aircraft type rating.
• A minimum of 3,000 relevant aircraft hours, excluding simulator time.
• Relevant flying experience within the preceding 12 months.
• Qualifying aircraft include CS-25-equivalent multi-pilot jets or multi-pilot turboprops of at least 10 tonnes or more than 19 passenger seats.

Qualifications

• UK Part-FCL ATPL(A), or the experience necessary for its issuance.
• A valid UK CAA Class 1 medical certificate, with at least six months remaining from the date of joining.
• ICAO English Level 6.
• The current type rating may be held on an alternative licence; however, applicants must retain their UK licence.
• Additional passport, physical, swimming, and uniform requirements are applicable.

About the Role

This position offers a company-funded conversion/type rating without a bonding requirement. Benefits include a pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15% (subject to scheme terms), staff travel benefits from the commencement date (including standby tickets and discounted fares for friends and family), and flexible benefit options such as private medical insurance, dental cover, life insurance, and a Cycle to Work scheme. An electric car salary sacrifice scheme is also available for eligible colleagues.