About the role
Bewerben First Officers Boeing 747-8 / 747-400 Join the multicultural community of professionals at Cargolux and fly the iconic Boeing 747-8F & 747-400F. Our community We are looking for strongly motivated and skilled aviators to join our international pilot community. Cargolux crew are dedicated, team-oriented, and committed to quality service and robust airmanship. Join us to fly the iconic Boeing 747 across a global network covering 70 destinations and become part of a long – standing airline with a history of operational excellence. Qualifications and experience EASA Part FCL ATPL or CPL / IR with ATPL theory (Frozen ATPL) or MPL EASA Part Medical Class 1 Minimum 1500 hours multi-pilot multi-engine on jet aircraft or turboprop aircraft with MTOW above 10 tons or seating capacity above 19 seats Candidates with 1500 hours on widebody aircraft will be considered as Senior First Officers Essential requirements Outstanding flying abilities & impeccable safety standards Ability to integrate in a multicultural environment Second level school graduation (e.g. Baccalauréat, Abitur, A-Level Exam, Matura, Fachhochschulreife) Authorization to live and work within the European Union Minimum ICAO English language proficiency level 4, preferably level 6 Ability to successfully pass a background security check and a pre-employment medical test Unrestricted rights for international travel Agreement to transfer your license to a Luxembourg issued EASA license Cargolux Enjoy the life of a Cargolux pilot Cargolux, based in Luxembourg, is Europe’s largest all-cargo airline with over 55 years of experience and an outstanding reputation for operational excellence. This reputation is built on high technical standards, a strong safety culture, and a highly skilled, professional pilot community. The airline continues to position itself as a global leader in air cargo through disciplined operations and consistent performance. Cargolux operates a fleet of 14 Boeing 747-8F and 16 Boeing 747-400F aircraft. It was the world’s first operator of the 747-400F and the launch customer for the 747-8F, early and clear evidence of its pioneering role in air cargo. The same mindset continues to shape its future fleet and operations. To secure long-term sustainability, Cargolux has ordered 10 Boeing 777-8F aircraft, with options for six additional airplanes. The global network covers more than 70 destinations on scheduled cargo services, complemented by full and part-charter operations. With over 85 offices in more than 50 countries and an extensive global trucking network serving more than 250 destinations, Cargolux operates one of the most comprehensive cargo logistics systems worldwide. Cargolux continues to strengthen its operational backbone through vertical integration at its Luxembourg hub. With LUX Cargo Handling, the airline has brought ground handling fully in-house, allowing closer coordination between flight operations, cargo handling, and network planning. This integration enhances reliability, efficiency, and operational control at the airline’s main base. Cargolux Maintenance is an integral part of the operation, providing in-house maintenance expertise for the 747-400F and 747-8F fleets. This ensures consistently high technical standards, operational flexibility, and close cooperation between flight crews and maintenance teams—an essential factor in demanding long-haul cargo operations. Flying long-haul cargo operations is demanding. Irregular schedules, night operations, and challenging destinations are part of the job. At the same time, the operation offers a unique flying environment with worldwide exposure, complex missions, and a high level of operational responsibility. As a Cargolux pilot, you are part of an international, highly experienced team where professionalism and performance are expected every day. The mix of scheduled and charter operations provides variety and continuous development opportunities across the network. Cargolux pilots represent the airline worldwide and are expected to uphold its operational and professional standards at all times. In return, the company offers strong working conditions, competitive compensation, and comprehensive in-house training, including full-flight simulator training on the Boeing 747-400F and 747-8F, and in the future on one of the first Boeing 777-8F full-flight simulators.