Being a contract pilot or engineer means that you are not employed directly by the airline. Instead you provide your expertise to the airline through an agency.

Is a contracting job beneficial for me?

When you are a contract pilot or engineer you get rewarded. These opportunities offer you the chance to live and work in different cities and countries on a short period (starting from 3-6 months up to 2-3 years). The crew will gain experience of different cultures. In most cases, salaries tend to be higher when contracting and there are many attractive roster patterns available that will allow you to spend time at home with family and friends.

Who can become a contract pilot?

Contract pilot positions are open to all current and qualified pilots that have time on type. Positions are available for Examiners, Instructors, Captains and First Officers. Industry required experience on type or total flying time will vary from airline to another, and will be depend on local regulations for expatriate pilots. As reference, a total flying hours of 3000 would be required, 1500 total PIC hours and 500 PIC on type for Captains and 1500 total time and 500 on type for First Officers, while engineers are required to be current and qualified on type. This is a principle. However, exceptions and waivers do exist based on airlines needs.

In which locations are positions available?

Contract positions are available with airlines worldwide. However, the demand varies from a continent to another, presently, most contract positions are available in Asia, Middle East and even Africa due to the demand for pilots higher than the supply.

How can I apply?

Application can be received when the job is published and advertised. There is an optional of sending your résumé to our recruitment specialist to be placed in our database and inform you once an opportunity becomes available. You must be registered with Asectt Consultancy Limited. We will provide assistance during the recruitment phase and support while on contract.

From where can I apply?

Application can be done from any location worldwide. To do so, simply log onto our website www.asectt.com/careers and fill in the job application form.