Second Officer Airbus A320

Gulf Air; Manama; On-site; BHD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Air invites ambitious Bahraini nationals to join the Airbus A320 fleet as Second Officers. This is a unique entry into a prestigious national carrier known for heritage, professionalism, and leadership development in aviation.

Ideal candidates hold CPL/IR with ATPL knowledge or an EASA ATPL license, plus multi-pilot aircraft qualifications, 100 PIC hours (70 if from integrated training), MCC completion, and ICAO English Level 4+. A Class 1 medical certificate is required.

Qualifications

• Nationalities: Bahraini.
• Licensing: CPL/IR with ATPL knowledge or ATPL as issued by an EASA member state or equivalent accepted by Bahrain CAA.
• First Type Rating on a Multi-Pilot Aircraft: PIC hours and MCC training requirements.
• English proficiency: ICAO Level 4 or above.
• Medical: Class 1 Medical Certificate.

Responsibilities

• 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, aiming for progression to First Officer and Captain roles.

Education

CPL/IR with a Certificate of ATPL Theoretical Knowledge, or ATPL license issued by an EASA member state, or equivalent accepted by Bahrain CAA

Job description

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.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Nationality: Bahraini.

• 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.