12 February 2026

Longreach Aviation Resources | A320 First Officer

Japan

Airbus A320 First Officer - Jetstar Japan

Jetstar Japan is seeking qualified First Officers for its Airbus A320 fleet, operating from Narita, Japan.

Job Description

Jetstar Japan has a requirement for Airbus A320 First Officers. These positions are available to both A320 type-rated and non-type rated pilots, with or without a JCAB license. Pilots holding a JCAB license will be preferred, with or without an A320 type rating. Pilots without a JCAB license would need to hold an A320 rating to be competitive, though non-A320 pilots are still able to apply. Jetstar Japan (JJP) is based out of Narita, Japan, and currently operates a fleet of 24 A320 aircraft with additional aircraft on order. JJP currently flies 24 routes to 14 domestic and international destinations, with over 100 flights per day. Longreach Aviation has an office in Japan with local staff available to guide candidates through the application process and provide assistance during their tenure with Jetstar.

Benefits

  • Contract Length: 3 years renewable
  • Competitive remuneration package

Requirements

JCAB licence holders are welcome to apply.

A320 Type Rated Pilots:

  • Minimum 2,000 hours total flight time
  • Minimum 1,000 hours on A320 family
  • Minimum 250 hours PIC, or 180 hours PICUS and 70 hours PIC

Non-Rated Pilots:

  • Minimum 3,000 hours total flight time
  • Minimum 1,000 hours jet time with a commercial airline
  • Minimum 250 hours PIC, or 180 hours PICUS and 70 hours PIC

All Applicants:

  • Hold, or be eligible to hold, relevant Japanese permanent residency status or an unrestricted right to work in Japan
  • Must hold a current ATPL (ICAO/EASA/FAA)
  • Current First Class Medical
  • ICAO English Level 4 or above

Application Procedure

Candidates are required to register with Longreach Aviation prior to application. The application for Jetstar Japan requires the submission of the following documents:

  • Application Form
  • Aeronautical Experience Form
  • Longreach Letter of Appointment
  • Scanned copies of personal documents

Please contact Longreach Aviation for copies of the required application documents. Completed application documents should be sent to the designated email address.

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