Career aero | First Officer

First Officer (m/f/d)

European Air Transport Leipzig GmbH, a subsidiary of DHL Group, operates one of the largest all-cargo airline fleets in Europe. Based at Leipzig/Halle Airport, the company plays a key role in DHL’s global express network, ensuring fast and reliable delivery worldwide. To strengthen the flight operations team, European Air Transport Leipzig GmbH is seeking highly motivated and committed First Officers who possess a balanced personality and exceptional professional skills.

Requirements

• Above-standard professional skills.
• Profound aviation English language fluency (minimum level 4 endorsed in license).
• German language proficiency is desirable.
• Valid EASA Part-FCL ATPL (A) or valid EASA Part-FCL CPL (A) with ATPL Theory Credit, including HPL.
• Valid MEP/IR Rating.
• MCC certificate.
• Valid EASA Part-FCL Medical Certificate Class 1.
• Completion certificate of training course specified in FCL.745.A (Advanced UPRT course or type rating with AUPRT included).
• EU citizenship and/or unrestricted working permit for Germany with a valid passport without restriction.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum educational qualification of Fachhochschulreife or European equivalent high school degree.
• Preferably a minimum of 500 flight hours on CS-25 aircraft.

Contractual Terms

This position offers a German labor contract with immediate permanent status. Successful candidates must agree to the transfer of their valid EASA Part-FCL license to a German EASA license upon a positive recommendation.

Homebase

Leipzig (LEJ)

Compensation and Benefits

European Air Transport Leipzig GmbH offers an attractive remuneration package with extra allowances and financial recognition of previous experience. Additional benefits include:

• Loss of License insurance and additional insurance benefits.
• Company pension scheme.
• Supplementary health insurance.
• ID tickets and private jump seat options.
• Job ticket.
• Option for commuting from home to base on company aircraft.
• Balanced, predictable roster with 144 days off per year and 36–42 vacation days.