First Officer / Pilot Vacancy at Swiss International Air Lines
Swiss International Air Lines, Switzerland's leading airline, invites applications from highly motivated and experienced aviation professionals for a challenging and rewarding pilot position. This exceptional opportunity is for individuals eager to contribute to a distinguished carrier renowned for its unwavering commitment to safety, service excellence, and punctual operations. SWISS is dedicated to fostering a professional and supportive environment for its flight crew members.
Minimum Requirements for Pilot Candidates:
- Flight Experience: A minimum of 800 hours of flight experience in type is strictly required.
- Type Rating: A valid type rating relevant to the aircraft is a prerequisite for this role.
- Licensing: Applicants must possess a Frozen ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License), Instrument Rating (IR), Multi-Engine (ME) rating, and UPRT (Upset Prevention and Recovery Training).
- License Authority: Exclusively EASA Part-FCL license holders will be considered. This includes ATPL(A), CPL(A)/IR with ATPL(A) theory, or an MPL license.
- Medical Certification: A valid Class 1 Medical Certificate is essential.
- English Language Proficiency: A minimum ICAO English Language Proficiency (ELP) Level 4 is required.
- German Language Proficiency: Very good German language skills are mandatory (at least B2 level if German is not the applicant's native/everyday language).
- Educational Background: Candidates must have completed professional training with Matura/Abitur or Diplom HF, a general higher education entrance qualification, or a university of applied sciences entrance qualification.
- Documentation: Comprehensive and fully documented proof of flying performance, including flight log extracts and license details, must be provided.
- Passport: A valid passport is a mandatory requirement.
- Reputation: An impeccable professional reputation is expected.
- Vaccination Compliance: Willingness to be vaccinated with vaccines approved in Switzerland (including COVID-19, yellow fever, etc.) is required. COVID-19 vaccination is also mandatory where permitted by applicable law.
- Visa Sponsorship: Please note that visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.
Swiss International Air Lines offers a dynamic career path within a world-class airline. Qualified candidates who meet these stringent requirements are encouraged to apply and become part of the SWISS team.