Lufthansa City Airlines | A320 Captain

Pilot - First Officer with Captain Upgrade Potential

Lufthansa City Airlines, the newest member of the esteemed Lufthansa Group, is embarking on an exciting journey to establish a brand new airline operation. Based at its home base in Munich, the airline is dedicated to delivering a reliable and high-quality flight experience on short and medium-haul routes, upholding the renowned Lufthansa standards. Combining the established quality and experience of Lufthansa and Lufthansa CityLine with the dynamism and pioneering spirit of a new company, Lufthansa City Airlines is committed to sustainable aviation and seeks passionate professionals eager to contribute to shaping its growth and culture.

Key Facts:

Location: Munich
Employment Level: Direct Entry
Function: Pilot (First Officer with Fast-Track Captain Upgrade)
Working Time: Full-time (Part-time not excluded)

The Role and Responsibilities:

Lufthansa City Airlines is seeking experienced First Officers possessing a pioneering spirit and a strong desire to significantly contribute to the growth and development of this new airline. Successful candidates will be offered a fast-track upgrade path to Captain. The role involves joining a highly professional and diverse team that the airline is committed to growing and developing.

Pilots at Lufthansa City Airlines share a deep passion for flying and are driven by innovation, sustainability, and safety – principles integral to daily operations.

As a future Captain, the successful candidate will be characterised by openness, professionalism, and a strong sense of responsibility. The role requires an experienced team player who confidently takes responsibility for decisions. The ideal candidate loves flying and is enthusiastic about exploring new routes across Europe.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating Lufthansa City Airlines aircraft safely and efficiently.
• Acting responsibly and sustainably in all aspects of the role.
• Actively shaping and contributing to the corporate culture of Lufthansa City Airlines.

Benefits:

Lufthansa City Airlines offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Old-age provision / employee retirement schemes
• Financial and social counseling services
• Free parking facilities
• Additional remuneration and allowances
• Flight privileges
• Access to a subsidized canteen
• Jobticket / Subsidized public transport options
• Provision of business mobile phone / iPad
• Bike leasing opportunities
• Employee discounts and shopping benefits
• Participation in employee events (e.g., summer festivals, sports competitions)
• Provision of work clothes
• Access to development programs and training opportunities
• On-site welfare facilities, including access to a doctor's office and showers
• EGYM WellPass membership

Requirements:

In addition to strong decision-making skills and the ability to work effectively within a team, candidates for this vacancy are required to possess the following qualifications:

• EASA ATPL(A) licence.
• A valid A320 Type Rating is preferred.
• A minimum of 4,500 total flight hours on CS-25 aircraft.
• Valid Medical Certificate Class 1.
• General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur/Fachhochschulreife or equivalent).
• EU citizenship or an unrestricted residence and work permit for the EU.
• Passport with unlimited validity. If not an EU passport, entry restrictions must not be stricter than those for an EU passport holder.
• Confident verbal and written English language skills, meeting at least ICAO Language Proficiency Level 4.
• Selection will be based on the standards of Lufthansa City Airlines. Recognition of existing Lufthansa Group selection procedures is possible.