Career Opportunities at Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA)
The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has announced a Situation Vacancy Notice (No. 07/2025), inviting applications from highly qualified and professional individuals to join their team. This is a significant opportunity for experienced professionals in aviation, administration, engineering, and IT to contribute to the country’s civil aviation sector.
Vacant Position Civil Aviation Authority
| Position (Post Code) | Top Keywords | Essential Qualifications & Experience |
| Additional Director Air Transport (EG-07) | Aviation Management, IATA/ICAO Regulations, Economics, Statistics | Master’s/16 years of education in relevant field, 15 years experience, preference for aviation-related experience. |
| Additional Director / Flight Inspector Ops & Regulations (EG-07) | Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL), Commercial Transport Aircraft, Flight Safety, PCAA Regulations | ATPL with Commercial Transport Aircraft type rating, Minimum 2500 hours as Pilot-in-Command, 15 years experience. |
| Additional Director Aviation and Support Unit (EG-07) | Aviation Management, Business Administration, Multi-National Management, Public Relations | Master’s/16 years of education in Aviation Management/Business Administration, 15 years experience, strong knowledge of ICAO SARPs. |
| Safety Director PEL (EG-06) | ICAO Standards & Practices, Flight Operations, Aviation Regulations, Training | Master’s/16 years of education, Minimum 10 years experience in relevant field (e.g., ATPL, AMEL), strong knowledge of ICAO Annexes & SARPs. |
| Sr. Joint Director ICAO Cell (EG-06) | International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Aviation Law, Coordination | Master’s/16 years of education in International Relations/Aviation/Law, Minimum 10 years experience, strong preference for ICAO-related experience. |
| Deputy Director IT Systems (EG-05) | IT Systems, SAN/NAS Storage, VMware/Azure/Amazon Certification | Bachelor’s/Master’s (16 years of education) in Computer Science/IT, Minimum 6 years experience in IT system administration, experience with Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange, and relevant certifications. |
Key Requirements & Selection Process
Compensation and Contract
- The salary is negotiable.
- All positions are offered on a Contract for Three (03) years (extendable).
- Merit-01 pay scale applies to all posts, with a potential 5% annual increment for EG-07 posts.
Age Limits
- The maximum age limit for EG-07 posts (Additional Directors) is 57 years.
- The maximum age limit for EG-06 posts (Safety Director/Sr. Joint Director) is 55 years.
- The maximum age limit for EG-05 posts (Deputy Director) is 50 years.
- Relaxations in the upper age limit are admissible as per government rules.
Application Procedure
- Interested candidates must submit an Online Job Application Form available at www.pcaa.gov.pk.
- The application deadline is fifteen days from the date of the advertisement.
- Candidates must upload scanned copies of certificates/degrees/relevant documents with the application.
- Only selected candidates will be called for the interview.
Important Note
- Candidates applying for the post of Additional Director/Flight Inspector Ops & Regulations (EG-07) must upload a copy of their ATPL along with the application.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the deadline for submitting the application?
A: The last date to submit the application is fifteen days from the date the advertisement was published. You must check the publication date to determine the exact deadline.
Q2: Where can I find the Online Job Application Form?
A: The form is available on the official PCAA website at www.pcaa.gov.pk.
Q3: Is the salary fixed, or is it negotiable?
A: The salary is negotiable for all advertised positions.
Q4: What is the required experience for the Additional Director (EG-07) posts?
A: For most EG-07 posts, a minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience is required. For the Flight Inspector position, 15 years of experience plus a minimum of 2500 hours as Pilot-in-Command on a Commercial Transport Aircraft is mandatory.
Q5: Are these positions permanent or contractual?
A: All positions are offered on a Contract for Three (03) years, which is extendable based on performance and PCAA’s requirements.
Q6: What documents do I need to upload with my online application?
A: You must upload scanned copies of your certificates, degrees, experience certificates, and other required documents (like ATPL for the Flight Inspector post).
Q7: Can serving government employees apply for these jobs?
A: Yes, serving government employees may apply, but they will need to provide a NOC (No Objection Certificate) from their current department before the interview.
