First Officer, A320

(Milan Assessment Event - Base: Abu Dhabi, UAE)

Etihad Airways is seeking highly qualified and experienced pilots to join its A320 fleet as First Officers. An assessment event is being conducted in Milan specifically for pilots based in the surrounding region who are interested in this exciting career opportunity with a world-leading airline based in Abu Dhabi.

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was founded in 2003 and has rapidly grown into one of the world's leading airlines. Operating from its hub in Abu Dhabi, Etihad serves a vast network of passenger and cargo destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. The airline is recognised globally for its superior service, award-winning products, and commitment to innovation and sustainability. Etihad is actively involved in strategic partnerships aimed at the decarbonisation of the aviation industry and was a leader in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, being the first airline globally to fully vaccinate its crew.

The Role

The First Officer is an integral part of the flight crew, responsible for assisting the Captain in the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft. Key responsibilities include:

Conducting flights in compliance with the current flight plan, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and the Captain's instructions.
Notifying the Captain of any changes to the flight plan, ATC instructions, or geographical position when the Captain is not at the controls.
Assisting the Captain with administrative duties related to the flight as required.
Ensuring the safe navigation of the aircraft, maintaining a continuous and independent check of the geographical position, and ensuring safe terrain and weather clearance.
Maintaining a high personal standard of discipline, conduct, and appearance as a representative of Etihad Airways at all times.

Requirements

Successful candidates will possess the following essential qualifications and experience:

A minimum of 2500 hours total flying time.
A minimum of 1500 hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit aircraft (1) or high-performance military jets.
A minimum of 500 hours specifically on the A320 Family aircraft.
Must have flown any Airbus Fly-by-Wire (FBW) aircraft within the last 12 months.
Hold an ICAO current and unrestricted ATPL (Frozen ATPL is not accepted unless held by a UAE citizen).
Be currently type-rated and current on the A320. The A320 type rating must be valid for a minimum of 2 months at the time of joining.
Hold an unrestricted, current Class 1 medical certificate.
Maximum age limit of 50 years at the time of application.
English Language Fluency (written and verbal) Level 4 or better.
For hours accumulated on flights with in-flight relief, 75% of the total hours will be counted towards the required minimums.

(1) Glass Cockpit: Refers to aircraft equipped with a Flight Management System (FMS) coupled to an Automatic Flight Director System (AFDS).

What Etihad Offers

Etihad Airways provides a competitive and attractive annual package for its First Officers. This includes a basic salary, flying pay, a housing allowance to assist in securing accommodation of choice, and layover and meal allowances. The opportunity exists to earn up to 513,732 AED (approximately USD 138,318) tax-free per annum based on 75 hours of flying per month. Annual salary increments are provided based on performance.

Additional benefits include:

Education allowance of AED 40,000 per annum for primary and AED 55,000 per annum for secondary education, applicable 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 programme.
End-of-service benefits.
Accidental and life insurance coverage.

Life in Abu Dhabi

Joining Etihad Airways offers not just a significant career move with potential for progression, but also a remarkable lifestyle choice. Abu Dhabi, recently ranked as the world's safest city in 2025, is a vibrant and cosmopolitan capital offering an outstanding quality of life. Employees and their families benefit from the high safety standards, tax-free salaries, and a wide range of lifestyle amenities, making it an exciting and attractive place to build a life and embark on a new adventure.

Interested candidates based in the Milan region who meet the specified criteria are invited to submit their details for consideration for the assessment event.