Let’s create an airline together!
As the youngest member of the Lufthansa Group, we are driven to deliver a reliable travel experience in true Lufthansa quality on short- and medium-haul flights from our home base in Munich—and from Frankfurt starting in spring 2026.
With a clear focus, we bring together the expertise of Lufthansa and Lufthansa CityLine with the fresh spirit of a new airline.
Tasks
We are looking for experienced First Officers with a pioneering spirit and a great desire to shape the growth of our new airline, who will be offered a fast-track upgrade to Captain. You will join a highly professional and diverse team that we look forward to growing and developing.
At Lufthansa City Airlines, we share a passion for flying and the pursuit of innovation, sustainability and safety. These elements are integral to our everyday life.
As a future captain, you are characterized by openness, professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility. You are an experienced team player and take responsibility for your decisions. You love flying and are keen to explore new and exciting routes throughout Europe.
In addition..
- …you operate the Lufthansa City Airlines aircrafts safely and efficiently
- …you act responsibly and sustainably
- …you are willing and eager to shape and actively contribute to Lufthansa City Airlines and its corporate culture
Requirements
In addition to your strong decision-making skills and ability to work in a team, you will need the following for this vacancy:
- EASA ATPL(A)
- Valid A320 Type Rating preferred
- Minimum 4.500h total flight hours on CS-25 aircraft
- Medical Class I
- General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur/Fachhochschulreife or equivalent qualification)
- EU citizenship or unrestricted residence and work permit
- Passport with unlimited validity (if no EU passport is available, there must be no stricter entry restrictions than with an EU passport)
- Confident verbal and written language skills in English (at least ICAO Language Proficiency Level 4)
Selection is based on the selection standards of Lufthansa City Airlines. Recognition of Lufthansa Group selection procedures is possible.
Benefits
Company pension plan
Financial consulting / social counseling
Free parking
Shift allowance
Flight privileges
Cafeteria
Subsidized public transport
Business cell phone / iPad
Bike leasing
Special deals with selected partners
Employee events
Work clothes are provided
Development programs / Training options
Company doctor
Showers
EGYM WellPass
Contact
Alexander Gäthlich
on behalf of
Lufthansa City Airlines GmbH
About Lufthansa City Airlines GmbH
Lufthansa City Airlines is the youngest airline in the Lufthansa Group. Based in Munich – and from Spring 2026, also in Frankfurt, the airline connects cities across Europe with Lufthansa’s hubs, enhancing access to the Group’s extensive European network. It operates a modern and efficient fleet of Airbus A319/A320neo aircraft and is set to expand its fleet with Airbus A220s in the future. As a reliable feeder airline for short-haul European traffic and member of Star Alliance, Lufthansa City Airlines enables seamless connections to the Group’s long-haul flights. Lufthansa City Airlines offers a fully integrated Lufthansa travel experience, with a strong commitment to quality, reliability and sustainability.