Etihad Airways | First Officer

First Officer, Boeing Fleet

Join Etihad Airways at a time of significant growth and transformation. The airline is expanding its global network, investing heavily in its future, and redefining air travel through creativity, innovation, and sustainability. Etihad is dedicated to creating thoughtful choices for its guests and providing a remarkable employee experience. This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of aviation.

Based in Abu Dhabi, consistently ranked among the world's safest cities, this role offers not only a rewarding career path with endless progression opportunities but also an exceptional lifestyle for individuals and their families. Employees benefit from a tax-free salary, concessionary travel privileges, health insurance, gym memberships, and more. Abu Dhabi is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city providing a compelling environment to build a life and embark on an exciting new adventure.

Compensation & Benefits

Etihad offers a competitive annual package. This includes a base salary of AED 216,000 per annum, supplemented by monthly productivity pay, variable pay, and an annual incentive of up to AED 16,500 (based on a 175-day working pattern). Additional benefits include:

• Accidental and life insurance coverage
• Medical insurance
• Industry-leading staff travel benefits and discounts
• End of service benefits

The Role

The First Officer is responsible for conducting flights in full compliance with the current flight plan, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and the Captain's instructions when not at the controls. This involves notifying the Captain of any changes to the flight plan, Air Traffic Control instructions, or geographical position upon their return to controls. The role requires assisting the Captain with administrative duties related to the flight as requested. A critical function is confirming the safe navigation of the aircraft, maintaining a continuous and independent check on the aircraft's geographical position to ensure safe terrain and weather clearance. As a representative of Etihad Airways, the First Officer is expected to maintain high personal standards of discipline, conduct, and appearance at all times.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• A minimum of 2500 hours total flying time.
• A minimum of 1500 hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit (aircraft with a Flight Management System coupled to Autopilot Flight Director System), or high-performance military jet aircraft.
• A minimum of 500 hours on any Boeing aircraft type.
• Must be currently flying on any Boeing aircraft type.
• Must have flown any Boeing aircraft type within the last 12 months.
• Possess a type rating on any Boeing aircraft type that is valid for a minimum of 2 months at the time of joining.
• Hold a current and unrestricted ICAO Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL). Frozen ATPL is not accepted unless held by a UAE citizen.
• Hold an unrestricted, current Class 1 medical certificate.
• Must be a maximum of 50 years of age on the date of joining.
• Demonstrate English Language Fluency (written and verbal) at Level 4 or higher.
• For hours accumulated on flights with inflight relief, 75% of the total hours will be counted towards the required minimums.