B787 Dreamliner Captain - Direct Entry (Type Rating Provided)

Join an airline rewriting the future of flight

Riyadh Air is the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s new, digitally-driven national airline, created to connect Riyadh with 100+ destinations worldwide and position the Kingdom as a global aviation and trade hub. From our state-of-the-art base in the capital, we’re building an ambitious operation without limits—and we’re inviting experienced widebody leaders to captain our Boeing 787 Dreamliners.

This full-time role is based in Riyadh and features a blend of international and domestic operations from our hub. A lifestyle rostering option is available upon meeting defined criteria and subject to operational availability, giving you space to grow your career while enjoying life in one of the world’s fastest-evolving cities.

What you will do

• Command the Boeing 787 on international and domestic sectors from Riyadh, delivering safe, smooth and on-time operations.
• Lead a high-performing flight deck, fostering teamwork, professionalism, and a just culture.
• Exercise exemplary PIC decision-making and threat and error management in all phases of flight.
• Uphold Riyadh Air’s service ethos and represent our brand with confidence and care.
• Support continuous improvement, mentoring, and training initiatives as we scale a world-class operation.

Why Riyadh Air

• Shape aviation history with a next-generation carrier built for innovation and growth.
• Fly a modern, fuel-efficient fleet on diverse route networks spanning multiple continents.
• Structured progression and development in a dynamic, digitally-enabled environment.
• Lifestyle rostering option upon meeting defined criteria and subject to availability.
• Visa sponsorship and relocation support through the onboarding journey.

The essentials

• License: Valid ATPL (Accepted: ICAO)
• Medical: Class 1
• English Proficiency: ELP Level 5 (minimum)
• Type Rating: Not required — Boeing 787 type training provided for eligible candidates

Minimum flying experience

• Total time: Minimum 6,000 hours on multi-crew, multi-engine aircraft (turbojet operating seat time only considered)
• Command time: At least 2,000 hours of recent widebody command, preferably on Boeing 787 or 777
• Multi-engine: 6,000 hours
• Turbine: 6,000 hours
• Multi-pilot: 6,000 hours
• Currency: Minimum 150 hours in command within the last 12 months prior to joining

Note: Only time accrued in the operating seat of turbojet aircraft will be considered.

Ready to apply?

If you meet the requirements and are excited to lead on the Boeing 787 at Riyadh Air, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your application with a current resume, license and medical details, and a logbook summary highlighting widebody command time and recent currency.