Co-Pilot - Boeing 777/787

Job Description

This role is responsible for the safety and security of the aircraft, passengers, and cargo on board, in accordance with established procedures and under the direction of the Commander. The Co-Pilot will also assume command in the event of Commander incapacitation.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain a thorough understanding of Etihad Airways Operations Manual to ensure professional and safe performance of duties.
Assist the Commander with administrative tasks related to the flight.
Support the Commander in maintaining a high standard of crew discipline, conduct, and personal appearance.
Execute flight-related duties as assigned by the Commander, adhering to Etihad's operating policies and procedures.
Ensure safe navigation of the aircraft, maintaining a continuous and independent check of the geographical position of the aircraft, terrain clearance, and weather conditions.
Conduct the flight in compliance with the current flight plan, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and the Commander's instructions when not at the controls. Inform the Commander of any changes to the flight plan, Air Traffic Control (ATC) instructions, or geographical position upon their return.
Provide prompt advice, information, and assistance to the Commander as needed to facilitate the safe and efficient conduct of the flight.
Maintain a high standard of personal discipline, conduct, and appearance as a representative of Etihad Airways at all times.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2,500 total flying hours.
Minimum of 1,500 hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit (1) or high-performance military jet aircraft.
500 hours on Boeing 777/787 aircraft.
Current and unrestricted ICAO ATPL. Frozen ATPLs are only accepted from UAE citizens.
Current on Boeing 777/787 aircraft.
Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical certificate.
Maximum age limit of 50 years old.
English language fluency (written and verbal) at Level 4 or higher.
75% of total hours accumulated on flights with inflight relief will be counted towards the required minimums.

Salary and Benefits

Fixed monthly salary of AED 26,000.
Flight duty allowance:
- 1-6 years of service: AED 40 per block hour
- 7-18 years of service: AED 56 per block hour
Meal allowance during layovers:
- Middle East/ GCC/ Sub Continent: AED 12 per hour
- Asia/ Far East: AED 15 per hour
- Africa/ Australasia: AED 18 per hour
- Europe/ Americas: AED 23 per hour
Housing allowance up to AED 160,000 per year.
Education allowance of AED 36,000 for primary and AED 50,400 for secondary education for up to three children.
Income protection scheme.
42 days of annual leave.
Staff travel benefits.
End of service benefits.
Accidental and life insurance benefits.

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was established in 2003 and has quickly become one of the world's leading airlines. Operating from its home base in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. In partnership with Etihad's codeshare partners, the airline offers access to hundreds of international destinations.

Etihad Airways is recognized for its superior service, products, cargo offerings, loyalty program, and response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including being the first airline in the world to fully vaccinate its onboard crew. The airline is committed to tackling the climate crisis through strategic partnerships with major global aviation brands and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to drive industry decarbonization.

(1) Glass Cockpit: Aircraft with a Flight Management System (FMS) coupled to an Autopilot Flight Director System (APFDS).