A320 First Officer – Relocate to Abu Dhabi, UAE

Join Etihad: Make the World Your Home!

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At Etihad, we’re on an exciting journey, having carried over 10 million guests in 2025 alone! With over 30 new destinations and the strongest half-year profit in our history, we’re redefining global aviation. As we expand our fleet with 20 new aircraft this year and aim to double it by 2030, we invite you to be part of this extraordinary adventure.

Ranked as the world's safest airline, Etihad offers not just a job, but a vibrant, cosmopolitan lifestyle for you and your family. Enjoy tax-free salaries, concessionary travel, comprehensive benefits, and endless opportunities for progression both inside and beyond the cockpit.

What We Offer

At Etihad, we provide a competitive, tax-free package designed to reward your performance and support your lifestyle in Abu Dhabi. Here’s what you can expect:

• Annual Package: Earn up to AED 513,732 (USD 138,318) per year based on 75 flying hours per month, including basic salary, flying pay, housing allowance, and layover and meal allowances.
• Performance-Based Increments: Your salary includes annual increments based on your performance.
• Education Allowance: Up to AED 40,000 for primary and AED 55,000 for secondary education per child, for up to three children.
• Income Protection: Comprehensive income protection scheme.
• Generous Leave: Enjoy 42 days of annual leave.
• Travel Benefits: Industry-leading staff travel benefits and exclusive discounts.
• Relocation Support: Assistance with shipping, settling in, and family travel benefits from anywhere in the world.
• Insurance Coverage: Accidental and life insurance coverage included.

The Role

As a First Officer with Etihad, you will play a crucial role in our flight deck team, supporting the Captain to ensure the safe, secure, and efficient operation of every flight. Your professionalism, technical skills, and teamwork will shine as you develop your leadership capabilities for future command.

• Assist the Captain in all aspects of flight preparation, navigation, and operation, ensuring compliance with Etihad's procedures and regulatory standards.
• Maintain continuous checks of aircraft position, terrain, and weather to support safe navigation.
• Provide clear communication and support to the Captain for safe and efficient decision-making.
• Uphold high standards of discipline and conduct, representing Etihad professionally.
• In the event of Captain incapacitation, assume command in accordance with rank and company procedures.

What You'll Bring

To be considered for the role of A320 First Officer, you must meet one of the following criteria:

Criteria A

• Minimum 2,000 hours total flying time.
• Minimum 1,500 hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit MPA.
• Minimum 500 hours on type.

Criteria B

• Minimum 1,500 hours total flying time.
• Minimum 1,000 hours on any A320 family aircraft.

General Eligibility

• Flown any A320 family aircraft within the last 12 months.
• Type rating on A320 valid for at least 2 more months at the time of joining.
• Unrestricted ATPL or valid frozen ATPL issued by an ICAO member state.
• Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical.
• Must not have attained the age of 50 on the day of joining.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal) - ICAO Level 4 or better.

Why Etihad?

Etihad Airways is more than just the UAE's national airline; we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, our pilots operate one of the world’s most modern fleets, connecting people and cultures across six continents. As we advance our "Journey 2030" ambition, we’re creating unparalleled opportunities for pilots to grow, lead, and fly at the highest level.

Join us and elevate your career with an airline built for the future!

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