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A350 First Officer — Direct Entry (Type-Rated)

✈️ A350 First Officer — Direct Entry (Type-Rated)

Join the pointy end of one of the world’s most advanced airliners. As a Direct Entry First Officer on the Airbus A350 XWB, you’ll bring proven widebody experience and a safety-first mindset to a high-performance, team-focused cockpit.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Entry Path: Direct entry
  • Type Rating: Required (A350 or A330; acceptance of ratings expired up to 12 months)
  • License: EASA ATPL (Part-FCL)
  • Medical: Class 1
  • ICAO ELP: Level 4 minimum
  • Open to Licence Holders: EASA
  • Visa Sponsorship: Not provided

🧭 The role

Operate the Airbus A350 XWB in a multi-crew, multi-sector environment, delivering safe, efficient, and passenger-focused operations. You’ll work within robust SOPs, contribute to a just culture, and support a high standard of CRM while mentoring and leading within the flight deck when required.

  • Execute all phases of flight to the highest safety and compliance standards
  • Uphold airline SOPs and contribute to continuous improvement and safety reporting
  • Demonstrate strong CRM, leadership potential, and team orientation in daily operations
  • Maintain currency through SIM events, line checks, and ongoing proficiency

🧰 What you bring

  • EASA Part-FCL ATPL with valid Class 1 Medical
  • A350 or A330 type rating (accepted if expired by up to 12 months)
  • Previously held or currently hold an A320 type rating
  • Complete, verifiable proof of flying experience, including current SIM and line checks
  • Language skills: German C1 and English B2 / ICAO Level 4 or higher
  • Impeccable reputation with an honest, team‑oriented personality and clear leadership qualities
  • Valid passport and the ability to travel as required

🌟 Minimum requirements & flight time

  • In Type: Minimum 1000 hours
  • Widebody time: At least 1000 hours on A350 or 2000 hours on A330
  • Type Rating: Required (A350/A330)
  • License: EASA ATPL (Part-FCL)
  • Medical: Class 1
  • ICAO ELP: Level 4 minimum

Applicants meeting either the A350 or A330 hour thresholds are encouraged to apply.

📑 Documents to include

  • Updated CV and passport copy
  • EASA ATPL and Class 1 Medical
  • Type rating certificates (A350/A330 and A320 – current or previously held)
  • Logbook summary with verified totals and time on type
  • Most recent SIM and line check reports
  • Language proficiency evidence (German C1; English B2/ICAO Level 4+)

📨 How to apply

Submit your application with the documents listed above. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps. Please note that visa sponsorship is not provided for this role.