A320 Senior First Officer

Pilot Assessments; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent airline company in the UK is seeking a Senior First Officer to operate the A320 family and advance toward Command. The role offers a lifestyle-friendly 14 on / 14 off roster, competitive salary, and the opportunity to fly the latest jets. Applicants must hold a valid EASA or UK CAA ATPL with IR, have significant flight experience, and meet specific landing and medical requirements to qualify for this exciting position. Fast career progression is a key highlight.

Benefits

Permanent contract

Industry-leading salary

Fast career progression

14 on / 14 off roster

Qualifications

• Minimum 3,500 factorized hours required.
• At least 3,000 actual flight hours required.
• At least 100 landings completed on specified Airbus aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Operate the A321neo and A321XLR across Wizz Air UK’s network.
• Follow a structured pathway for swift promotion to Captain.

Skills

EASA or UK CAA ATPL with valid IR

Current on Airbus A320 family

ICAO English Level 4 or higher

Job description

✈️ The opportunity

Join our UK bases as a Senior First Officer on the A320 family and accelerate toward Command. Enjoy mostly two-sector, out-and-back duty days, plus brand-new layover destinations as the A321XLR expands our network. Expect an industry-leading package and fast career progression within a rapidly growing operation.

🧭 What to expect

• Operate the A321neo and A321XLR across Wizz Air UK’s expanding network
• Mostly 2-sector, out-and-back flying days for a balanced routine
• New long-range layovers introduced with the A321XLR
• Structured pathway and support toward a swift upgrade to Captain

🧰 Minimum requirements

• License: EASA or UK CAA ATPL with valid IR
• Type Rating: Current on Airbus A320 family
• Experience: Minimum 3,500 factorized hours (see note below)
• Actual flight time: Minimum 3,000 hours (simulator hours excluded)
• Landings: At least 100 landings completed on Airbus A320/A330/A340/A350/A380 (in any combination)
• Medical: Class 1
• Language: ICAO English Level 4 or higher

Factorized hours: Wizz Air applies factors to pilot flying hours to determine minimum requirements for Command. See the factor table at onedoor.wizzair.com. Simulator hours are excluded.

🌟 What you’ll enjoy

• Permanent contract with a stable, lifestyle-friendly 14 on / 14 off roster
• Industry-leading salary and fast career progression
• Command-focused pathway for qualified Senior First Officers
• Opportunity to fly the newest A321neo/XLR jets in Europe

🗓 Pilot Open Days — UK & Ireland

Meet our team, ask questions, and learn more about the fast-track to Command:

• Dublin: 4 February — Clayton Airport Hotel — 11:00–17:00
• Luton: 23 February — Luton Vale Hotel — 10:00–16:00

📨 How to take the next step

Apply via the Wizz Air portal and bring your questions to our Open Days. For hour factorization details, visit onedoor.wizzair.com.