Vietnam's aviation industry is witnessing a significant recruitment surge as airlines expand fleets, open new international routes and prepare for major infrastructure developments, including the launch of Long Thanh International Airport.
According to reporting by Tuoi Tre News, carriers and airport operators are collectively seeking thousands of employees across flight operations, engineering, ground handling, passenger services and technical roles as the country's aviation market continues its recovery and growth trajectory.
The hiring wave reflects both rising demand for aviation professionals and increasing competition among employers for experienced talent.
Several Vietnamese carriers have launched large-scale recruitment campaigns to support fleet expansion and network growth.
Among the most aggressive recruiters is Sun PhuQuoc Airways, which plans to hire approximately 1,000 flight crew members through recruitment events scheduled in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.
The recruitment campaign is linked to the airline's goal of operating 33 aircraft by the end of 2026.
In addition to cabin crew, the airline is also recruiting representative office heads in:
The appointments indicate plans to strengthen its international commercial presence as operations expand.
According to Tuoi Tre News, successful flight crew candidates will receive fully funded training, with starting monthly incomes of VND24 million (US$912) and earnings that can exceed VND54 million (US$2,051) depending on experience, role and working hours.
Vietnam Airlines is also accelerating recruitment efforts, with plans to hire more than 1,200 flight attendants this year.
The airline has introduced a more flexible hiring approach aimed at expanding its candidate pool.
Under the revised policy:
The airline is also accepting applications from experienced cabin crew who have previously worked for other carriers and possess at least one year of relevant experience.
The recruitment drive is not limited to flight attendants.
According to Tuoi Tre News, Vietjet plans to organise recruitment events in Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang and Hanoi between July and September.
The low-cost carrier is seeking employees across a broad range of operational functions, including:
Meanwhile, Vietravel Airlines is recruiting both new flight attendants and candidates who already hold professional qualifications.
The airline is offering shorter transition training programmes for experienced applicants, enabling it to strengthen staffing levels more quickly as it adds aircraft and expands its route network.
Industry executives suggest the recruitment boom is being driven by more than fleet growth alone.
A human resources director quoted by Tuoi Tre News said workforce mobility within the aviation sector is also contributing to sustained hiring activity.
As airlines compete on salaries, benefits and career development opportunities, experienced employees are increasingly moving between employers.
This movement requires carriers to recruit not only for expansion but also to replace departing staff and maintain operational capacity.
The trend highlights the growing importance of talent retention strategies in an increasingly competitive aviation labour market.
The aviation recruitment drive extends beyond airlines to airport operators.
Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) continues to recruit employees for Long Thanh International Airport in Dong Nai Province, one of the country's most significant aviation infrastructure projects.
According to ACV, the airport still faces a shortage of nearly 2,000 employees.
Open positions include:
Some roles require only a high school qualification, with starting monthly incomes of at least VND13 million (US$493).
ACV said one of the major recruitment challenges remains foreign-language proficiency, as many applicants meet technical requirements but fall short of language standards.
The hiring surge comes as Vietnam's aviation market continues to recover, supported by rising passenger volumes and increasing flight frequencies.
As airlines introduce additional aircraft and expand route networks, workforce demand is extending across virtually every segment of aviation operations.
The need for talent now spans:
This broad-based demand underscores the scale of expansion taking place across Vietnam's aviation ecosystem.
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