First Officer - E-Jet (NTR)

Job description

BA Cityflyer Aspiration to Command. Reference 11323. Closing date 31/8/2026. Brand: BA Cityflyer. Career area: Pilots. Business area: Experienced Pilots. Contract type: Permanent Full Time. Location: London City Airport. This is a key time to be joining BA Cityflyer as we Build a Better Cityflyer. We take huge pride in our past but we're looking to the future as an airline that loves embracing the best of modern Britain. Are you a qualified First Officer with commercial flying experience, ready to take the next step into command? At BA Cityflyer, we're looking for experienced First Officers with the skill, professionalism, and ambition to progress to command. As the leading airline at London City Airport, we offer a flying experience unlike anywhere else in the BA Group - operating a modern Embraer fleet for a premium mix of business, leisure and charter customers across the UK and Europe. As a DEP, you will join the fleet and our pathway is designed to support and navigate you to success as a Captain at BA Cityflyer within 12-18 months (subject to vacancy, and meeting the standards required). Operating the Embraer 190 from London City Airport, you'll be part of a unique operation that few pilots experience. Why BA Cityflyer? - Clear Path to Command: Our DEP programme is designed to support your journey to Captain within 12-18 months (subject to vacancies and performance). - Bidding system and swap function to tailor your schedule. - Leadership-Focused: We're looking for First Officers with strong leadership skills and the drive to role model excellence across our operation. - Fly into London's Heart: Operate from London City Airport, offering a unique and dynamic flying experience. - Supportive Culture: Join a team that values professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement. What We Offer - Permanent contract: full terms and conditions which are effective from your first day of employment. - Starting salary of GBP 67,799 (this is made up of basic pay and non pensionable pay) plus circa GBP 11,700 in allowances - On successful completion of your command course your salary will increase to GBP 105,651 plus allowances, circa GBP 16,300, with annual incremental pay uplifts on a 15 point pay scale. - Fully funded type rating - bond attached - 30 days annual leave on completion of 7 years' service, this will increase 1 day per year to a maximum of 35 days - Company pension up to 12% employer pension contribution - Access to BA Health Services or subsidised Class 1 renewals - Medical and licence renewals paid by BA Cityflyer. - Company car leasing scheme. Cycle to Work Benefits for You and Your Family - Loss of Licence scheme - Life Assurance - Private Health Insurance with AXA Health - Annual Bookable Concessions with business class upgrades and unlimited standby tickets (after 12 months) - Discounted travel, hotels & car hire - Employee Assistance Programme - free support including counselling and financial advice. The minimum criteria you must have to apply: - UK-issued CAA ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPL or EASA licence meeting UK CAA conversion routes (3, 4, 5 or 6). - Minimum 2500 hours total time to include minimum of 1000 hours multi crew aircraft. Recent on previous type within the last 6 months - The right to live and work in the UK. - Height between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.91m (6'3"). Qualified pilots taller than 1.91m may submit an application but will be required to undergo a functionality check to confirm their ability to meet requirements of the seating positions in the BA Cityflyer fleet. - ICAO English language proficiency level 6 - Valid passport (minimum 12 months before expiry date) - Valid Class 1 Medical (valid for 6 months after date of joining) - E-Jet type rating desirable but not essential - The right to live and work in the UK. We are unable to offer Sponsorship for this position Additional Information: reapply periods 6 months (initial stages), 12 months (SIM stage). Apply to only one BA Group airline at a time.

Additional requirements

• The right to live and work in the UK.
• Height between 1.57 m (5'2") and 1.91 m (6'3"); qualified pilots taller than 1.91 m may apply but must undergo a functionality check for the flight deck seating positions.
• Valid passport with a minimum of 12 months before expiry.
• Conversion training is fully funded and carries a bond.
• You may only apply to one airline within the British Airways family (British Airways, Euroflyer or Cityflyer) at a time.
• Unsuccessful candidates may reapply 6 months after their most recent assessment date; those unsuccessful at the simulator stage must wait 12 months.

Compensation and Benefits

$91,429 per year (USD)

• Permanent contract: full terms and conditions effective from your first day of employment
• Starting salary of GBP 67,799 (basic pay and non pensionable pay) plus circa GBP 11,700 in allowances
• On successful completion of the command course salary increases to GBP 105,651 plus allowances of circa GBP 16,300, with annual incremental pay uplifts on a 15 point pay scale
• Fully funded type rating - bond attached
• 30 days annual leave on completion of 7 years' service, increasing 1 day per year to a maximum of 35 days
• Company pension up to 12% employer pension contribution
• Access to BA Health Services or subsidised Class 1 renewals
• Medical and licence renewals paid by BA Cityflyer
• Company car leasing scheme; Cycle to Work
• Loss of Licence scheme; Life Assurance
• Private Health Insurance with AXA Health
• Annual Bookable Concessions with business class upgrades and unlimited standby tickets (after 12 months)
• Discounted travel, hotels & car hire
• Employee Assistance Programme - free support including counselling and financial advice
• Bidding system and swap function to tailor your schedule

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