Join Gulf Air as a Second Officer – Airbus A320

Gulf Air Group; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Air, Bahrain's national carrier, invites Bahraini nationals to join the Airbus A320 fleet as Second Officers. You will assist the flight crew and participate in ongoing training to progress to First Officer and eventually Captain roles.

Applicants must hold CPL/IR with ATPL Theory Knowledge or ATPL license, 100 PIC hours (70 with integrated training), valid multi-engine instrument rating, MCC certificate, and ICAO English Proficiency 4+. A Class 1 medical is required.

Qualifications

• Hold CPL/IR with ATPL Theory Knowledge or ATPL license (EASA or Bahrain CAA accepted).
• Minimum PIC hours: 100, or 70 if trained in integrated course.
• Valid multi-engine instrument rating.
• Complete ANTR-FCL 1.285 instruction and ATPL theory exams.
• Valid MCC training certificate (unless included in type rating).
• ICAO English Proficiency Level 4+.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Captain and First Officer in safe aircraft operation.
• Support ongoing training and progression toward First Officer and Captain roles.

Skills

PIC hours

ICAO English Proficiency

MCC training

Flight crew support

Career progression

Education

CPL/IR with ATPL TK

ATPL license (EASA or Bahrain CAA)

MCC certificate

Tools

Multi-crew cooperation training

First Type Rating on MCP aircraft

Job description

GF2148 - Join Gulf Air as a Second Officer – Airbus A320

Company

Gulf Air

Division

Operations

Department

Operations

Closing Date

30-Nov-2026

The Kingdom of Bahrain's National Carrier | A Leader in Aviation Excellence

Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, is inviting ambitious and talented Bahraini Nationals to join our expanding Airbus A320 fleet as Second Officers. This is a unique opportunity to begin your career with one of the region’s most prestigious airlines, recognized for its heritage, professionalism, and commitment to developing future leaders in aviation.

Why Gulf Air?

Be part of Bahrain’s proud aviation legacy

Train and grow with a world-class airline

Access clear career advancement pathways

Work within a professional and dynamic team dedicated to excellence

Key Responsibilities:

As a Second Officer, you will:

Support Flight Crew: Assist the Captain and First Officer in ensuring safe and efficient aircraft operation in line with regulations.

Commitment to Career Growth: Participate in ongoing training and development, preparing for progression to First Officer and ultimately Captain roles.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Licensing:

1. Hold at least a CPL/IR with a Certificate of ATPL Theoretical Knowledge, or hold an ATPL license issued by an EASA member state, or an equivalent accepted by the Bahrain CAA.

First Type Rating on a Multi-Pilot Aircraft Requirements:

1. Minimum of 100 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC), or 70 hours PIC if completed during an integrated flying training course.

2. Valid multi-engine instrument rating.

3. Completion of theoretical instruction as per ANTR-FCL 1.285 and successful completion of ATPL theoretical knowledge examinations.

4. Valid certificate of satisfactory completion of an approved Multi-Crew Co-operation (MCC) training course, unless incorporated within the type rating course.

Additional Requirements:

1. ICAO English Language Proficiency – Level 4 or above.

2. Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.