First Officer - A320 Fleet
Etihad Airways is seeking a highly motivated and experienced First Officer to join its A320 fleet. This position offers the opportunity to be based in Abu Dhabi, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city recognized as one of the world's safest. Etihad Airways is dedicated to transforming the aviation industry through creativity, innovation, and sustainability, offering its employees a remarkable and thoughtful experience.
The First Officer will conduct flights in compliance with the current flight plan, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and the Captain's instructions. They will assist the Captain with administrative duties related to the flight and confirm the safe navigation of the aircraft, maintaining continuous and independent monitoring of the aircraft's geographical position, ensuring safe terrain and weather clearance. Maintaining a high personal standard of discipline, conduct, and appearance as a representative of Etihad Airways is essential.
Qualifications and Requirements
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- A minimum of 2500 hours total flying time.
- A minimum of 1500 hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit (aircraft with a Flight Management System (FMS) coupled to Automatic Pilot Flight Director System (APFDS)), or high-performance military jet.
- 500 hours on the A320 Family.
- Experience flying any Airbus FBW within the last 12 months.
- A320 type rating valid for a minimum of 2 months at the time of joining.
- Current and unrestricted ICAO ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License). Frozen ATPLs are not accepted unless held by a UAE citizen.
- Current on A320.
- Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical certificate.
- Maximum age limit of 50 years old.
- English Language Fluency (written and verbal) at Level 4 or better.
- In case of hours accumulated on flights with in-flight relief, 75% of the total hours shall be counted towards the required minimums.
Compensation and Benefits
Etihad Airways offers a competitive annual package, including basic salary, flying pay, housing allowance, layover and meal allowances, and annual salary increments based on performance. There is the opportunity to earn up to 513,732 AED (USD 138,318) tax-free per annum based on 75 hours of flying per month. Additional benefits include:
- Education allowance of AED 40,000 for primary and AED 55,000 for secondary education, for up to 3 children.
- Income protection scheme.
- 42 days of annual leave.
- Industry-leading staff travel benefits and access to Etihad's exclusive iSave discount program.
- End-of-service benefits.
- Accidental and life insurance coverage.
About Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was established in 2003 and has become a leading global airline. From its base in Abu Dhabi, Etihad serves passenger and cargo destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. Etihad is committed to tackling the climate crisis through strategic partnerships and the pursuit of industry decarbonization.