Ethiopian Airlines | Pilot

Trainee Pilot (ET Sponsored) - Aviation Career Opportunity

Ethiopian Airlines Group, a leading and rapidly expanding aviation conglomerate, is pleased to announce a prestigious career opportunity for highly motivated and talented individuals to join its team as a Trainee Pilot. This exceptional program is fully sponsored by Ethiopian Airlines, offering a comprehensive pathway to becoming a skilled aviator within the airline's esteemed fleet.

About the Role

The Trainee Pilot program is meticulously designed to identify, train, and develop future Captains. Successful candidates will undergo extensive flight training and ground school, fully supported by Ethiopian Airlines, equipping them with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to meet the demanding standards of commercial aviation.

Key Eligibility Requirements

Educational Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.75 from a recognized Ethiopian Higher Institution in one of the following fields:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Aeronautical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Hardware Engineering
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Statistics
  • Computer Science
  • Information Science
  • Information Technology
  • Any other Engineering or IT-related fields.
• Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree in any other field of study with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognized Ethiopian Higher Institution, accompanied by:
  • A minimum of 'B' grade in 10th Grade Ethiopian General Secondary Education Certificate (EGSEC) in Mathematics, Physics, and English each.
  • OR a minimum of 50% grade point in the Ethiopian University Entrance Exam in Mathematics, Physics, and English.

Age Limit:

• Applicants must be between 18 and 25 years of age, inclusive.

Physical Standards:

• For Male Candidates: Minimum height of 1.70 meters.
• For Female Candidates: Minimum height of 1.65 meters.

Application Process

Interested and eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully review all stated requirements before submitting an application. Strict adherence to the application guidelines is essential.

• Candidates are permitted to submit only one application for this specific vacancy.
• In-person application is mandatory at the designated registration locations, with the sole exception of Addis Ababa, where online application is facilitated.
• During the registration process, candidates must present or attach original scan copies of all supporting documents and educational credentials.

Required Documents for Registration:

• 8th Grade Ministry Card and Birth Certificate (issued solely by City Administration).
• Grade 10 Certificate.
• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Latest educational credentials (BA/BSc Degree).
• Kebele ID Card (front and back copies).
• One recent passport-size photograph.