Hi Fly | First Officer
Junior First Officer Programme - Hi Fly
Hi Fly, a Portuguese airline operating Airbus widebody aircraft internationally, is seeking applications for its Junior First Officer Programme. This opportunity is designed for newly qualified commercial pilots to commence their airline careers, providing type-rating and line training within Hi Fly’s global ACMI operations.
About the Role
The Junior First Officer Programme is structured to facilitate the transition of qualified commercial pilots into airline operations. The training encompasses comprehensive instruction on aircraft systems, simulator sessions, type rating, and operational line flying on Airbus widebody aircraft. The programme offers exposure to long-haul operations, transatlantic flying, and ETOPS.
Requirements
- Valid EASA CPL(A) or frozen ATPL.
- Valid Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (ME-IR).
- Valid EU Part-MED Class 1 Medical Certificate.
- ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 or higher.
- Completed Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (AUPRT), in accordance with FCL.745.A.
- Completed Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) course.
- Unrestricted right to live and work in the European Union.
- Flight School (ATO) report in English, signed by the Head of Training, documenting ATPL examination results, retakes, CPL and ME/IR passes, and training performance.
Applicants holding an APS MCC qualification will be at an advantage during the selection process.
Training, Roster and Benefits
- Airbus widebody type-rating training, including ground school and simulator instruction.
- Operational line training across Hi Fly’s international route network.
- Published roster pattern of 22 days on and 10 days off.
- Company-paid positioning flights to and from the pilot’s home base.
- Salary payable following completion of Ground School.
- Fixed base salary progression, variable block-hour payments, and per diem allowances.
- Potential for long-term career progression through Hi Fly’s Route to Command programme.
This programme is partially self-sponsored, and applicants are advised to obtain written confirmation of all costs and commitments directly from Hi Fly.