First Officer A320 – Career Opportunity at Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways is seeking highly skilled professionals to join its flight deck team as a First Officer. As one of the world’s safest airlines, Etihad is experiencing a period of significant growth, with over 20 new aircraft arriving this year and a clear strategy to double its fleet by 2030. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a world-class operation while enjoying a cosmopolitan lifestyle in Abu Dhabi.

The Role

As a First Officer, you will serve as an integral member of the flight deck team, supporting the Captain to ensure the safe, secure, and efficient operation of every flight. Candidates are expected to uphold high standards of professionalism and technical proficiency while developing leadership capabilities for future command.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the Captain with flight preparation, navigation, and operation in compliance with all regulatory standards and company procedures.
Conduct continuous, independent monitoring of aircraft position, terrain, and weather to ensure safe navigation.
Facilitate effective communication and provide support to the Captain to ensure safe and efficient decision-making.
Represent Etihad Airways with high standards of discipline and conduct.
Assume command in the event of Captain incapacitation, in accordance with company procedures.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for the First Officer A320 (Non-type Rated) position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Minimum of 2,500 hours total flying time.
Minimum of 1,500 hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit multi-pilot aircraft (MPA). *Glass cockpit is defined as aircraft with a Flight Management System (FMS) coupled to an Autopilot Flight Director System (APFDS).
Unrestricted ATPL or valid frozen ATPL issued by an ICAO member state. *Holders of frozen ATPL (CPL) must present results of the ATPL Theoretical Knowledge Exam and an integrated ATPL course completion certificate.
Must possess an unrestricted, current Class 1 medical.
Must not have attained the age of 50 on the date of joining.
Fluency in written and verbal English (ICAO Level 4 or higher).

Compensation and Benefits

Etihad offers a competitive, tax-free package designed to support a high quality of life in Abu Dhabi. Annual packages include basic salary, flying pay, housing allowance, and layover/meal allowances, with the potential to earn up to AED 513,732 (USD 138,318) based on 75 flying hours per month.

Benefits include:

Education allowance: Up to AED 40,000 for primary and AED 55,000 for secondary per child (up to three children).
42 days of annual leave.
Industry-leading staff travel benefits and exclusive discounts.
Comprehensive insurance: Income protection, life insurance, and accidental coverage.
End-of-service benefits.
Relocation support: Including shipping container allowance, settling-in assistance, and family travel benefits from your current global location.