Explore Opportunities with Jetstar Airways as a Direct Entry First Officer – A320/1 Fleet
- Potential bases offered across all Jetstar narrow-body ports — aligned with operational needs.
- Evidence Based Training (EBT) that goes beyond compliance — focused on real-world readiness.
- Experience the latest in aviation tech with our growing fleet of A321neo LRs and XLRs.
At Jetstar, we’re shaping the future of aviation with a modern fleet and expanding network connecting millions across Australia and the Asia-Pacific. With new-generation aircraft and growing domestic and international routes, we offer pilots exciting opportunities in a team committed to safe, efficient, and affordable travel.
Why Jetstar
Jetstar is more than just a seat on the flight deck, it’s a place to build a rewarding, long-term career. We thrive on challenge, support each other, and take pride in delivering reliable travel daily. Whether flying high-frequency domestic routes or international sectors, our modern fleet offers the efficiency and flexibility pilots want.
Career progression here is more than just hours logged. We’re committed to your growth — whether consolidating experience, stepping into training or check roles, or moving to widebody aircraft. Flexible rosters, multiple bases, and varied flying styles support the work-life balance many pilots seek. Ask our pilots, and they’ll tell you: it’s a fast-paced, dynamic operation where your skills are recognised, progression is supported, and you’re part of a team that genuinely enjoys what they do.
We’re Now Welcoming Expressions of Interest
We’re inviting expressions of interest for A320/1 Direct Entry First Officer positions as we plan for future growth. Potential opportunities may be available across all Jetstar narrow-body ports. To be considered, applicants should meet the following minimum requirements:
- Hold an Australian ATPL (A) or an Australian CPL (A) with passes in all Australian ATPL Theory subjects
- Australian Multi-Engine Aeroplane Instrument Rating with 2D and 3D endorsements
- Current CASA Class 1 medical
- ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 6
- Minimum 500 hours flight time in fixed wing aircraft; and at least one of the following minimum requirements:
- 200 hours in command of a multi engine aircraft (excluding PICUS); or
- 200 hours in command of a turbine powered fixed wing aircraft; or
- 200 hours on aircraft certified for operation by a crew of two pilots (multi-crew aircraft)
- A current passport with unrestricted access to all Jetstar ports of call with at least 12 months validity
- Experience in a multi-crew operation or successful completion of a multi-crew cooperation course (MCC)
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical
- The ability to pass a Drug and Alcohol Test
- The ability to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
- Hold relevant Australian permanent residency status or an unrestricted right to work in Australia
Your life at Jetstar is unlike any other
Your base, your balance
With multiple narrow-body bases across the network, you can bid for a base transfer at any stage — helping you stay aligned with your personal goals, lifestyle, and career growth. Rosters typically include 2 to 4 sector days, with a mix of day returns and overnights to keep things varied. Our bid system allows you to nominate preferred roster patterns, which are considered as part of the broader planning process alongside operational requirements.
Please note: Sydney appears in the job posting due to system constraints, but your actual base assignment will be confirmed at the time of offer and may be at any Jetstar narrow-body base, depending on operational needs.
Training that prepares you for the real world
Our Evidence Based Training (EBT) program goes beyond compliance — with scenario-based learning designed to sharpen your decision-making and keep your skills current in a dynamic flying environment.
Modern fleet, meaningful flying
Operate new-generation aircraft across a growing network — with the range, reliability, and tech to support your ambitions. Our A321neo LRs and upcoming XLRs are expanding route possibilities while improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions.
Takeoff with purpose
Whether you're building hours or stepping into leadership, Jetstar offers meaningful flying, real progression, and a crew that supports your growth.
Crew culture that counts
We fly as one team — backing each other in the air and on the ground, and taking pride in delivering safe, consistent operations every day. It’s a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your contribution matters. As part of the Qantas Group, our pilots are empowered to lead, innovate, and help shape positive change — not just in the flight deck, but across the broader aviation landscape.
Fly with the Group
As part of the Qantas Group, you’ll have access to broader opportunities across airlines, locations, and functions — your career can take off in more ways than one.
We’re keeping the door open. There’s no set closing date for this EOI, so submit your interest when it works for you — we’d love to hear from you.
About us
We’re Jetstar. You may know us for our famous low fares, but did you also know that we’ve flown more than 400 million customers since we launched in Australia in 2004? In fact, each week we operate around 3,000 flights to nearly 40 destinations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. We also operate a fleet of more than 80 aircraft, including state-of-the-art Airbus A320/21 NEO aircraft and the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 787-8s. Every day we enable more people to takeoff to more places, more often.
About us
We’re Jetstar. You may know us for our famous low fares, but did you also know that we’ve flown more than 400 million customers since we launched in Australia in 2004? In fact, each week we operate around 3,000 flights to nearly 40 destinations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. We also operate a fleet of more than 80 aircraft, including state-of-the-art Airbus A320/21 NEO aircraft and the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 787-8s. Every day we enable more people to takeoff to more places, more often.
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