16 March 2026

Ethiopian Airlines | B737 Captain

Ethiopia

Job Title

Expat Captain - B737

Location

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Job Description

Ethiopian Airlines Group is seeking qualified international candidates for the position of Expat Captain on the B737 aircraft.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Age: Not more than 60 years old.
  • Must hold a current and valid JAA/FAA or ICAO ATPL.
  • Must possess a current B737 type rating.
  • Must hold a valid Class 1 medical certificate.
  • Must have an ICAO English proficiency level of 4 or above.

Minimum Flight Time

  • 3500 hours of jet time.
  • 2500 hours as Pilot in Command on jet aircraft.
  • Command time in excess of 500 hours on B737NG/Max aircraft.

Additional Requirements

  • Applicants must be current and qualified, with proficiency checks completed within the last three months.
  • Must possess a valid passport with at least two years of validity.
  • Must have a current and valid medical certificate.
  • Must have no history of accidents or incidents.
  • Must demonstrate excellent standards of English.

Benefits and Contract Details

  • Competitive salary.
  • Flying, per diem, and overtime allowances.
  • Housing allowance.
  • Free transportation.
  • Long-term contract.
  • Attractive rest period (days off).
  • Paid annual leave.
  • Medical and personal accident insurance.
  • Annual bonus.

Application Process

Screening is held weekly, Monday to Friday, in Addis Ababa. The assessment process typically requires two days. Travel on the Ethiopian Airlines network, 5-star hotel accommodations, and ground transportation are provided for assessments.

Applicants are required to submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with scanned copies of substantial documents, including but not limited to a valid Medical Certificate, valid ATPL, logbook copy demonstrating total flight hours, and a license authentication letter from the respective country's Civil Aviation Authority.

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