Edelweiss – First Officer
First Officer

Location
Zurich, Switzerland
Position
First Officer
Type Rated
Not required
Fleet
A320 / A340 / A350
Job Description
Edelweiss offers a competitive Swiss First Officer salary starting at approximately CHF 83,662 per year, increasing to around CHF 160,170 annually with seniority. Additional income includes per diems of CHF 45/day short-haul and CHF 70/day long-haul, plus strong pension contributions.
Edelweiss is hiring First Officers for operations based in Zurich (ZRH), operating a mixed fleet including Airbus A320, A340, and A350 aircraft. The airline is expanding its network and transitioning toward a modern A350 fleet.
Pilots benefit from:
Swiss airline salary structure (CHF)
Strong pension contribution (~26% employer)
Per diems (CHF 45–70/day)
28–42 days annual leave depending on age
Minimum 9 days off per month
Staff travel benefits
Lufthansa Group affiliation
Edelweiss provides both entry-level and experienced First Officer opportunities, particularly for pilots trained in Switzerland or holding EASA ATPL with EU work rights.
Requirements
EASA ATPL (integrated or modular)
Class 1 Medical
German language required
English proficiency
Swiss or EU work rights
Clean criminal record
Pilotium Insight
Edelweiss is a premium leisure long-haul airline within the Lufthansa Group. The airline offers strong Swiss employment conditions and widebody exposure. Competition is high, but it is an attractive option for pilots seeking long-haul flying with European lifestyle stability.
