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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.

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