Join SAS as a First Officer

We are currently hiring First Officers for our Embraer 195 and Airbus A320 fleets, with opportunities at our bases in ARN, BGO, CPH, and OSL.
With expanding operations and evolving crew needs, we offer permanent contracts and great career progression. At SAS, your previous flight experience is valued — and will serve as a strong foundation as you further develop your career. Whether youre aiming to move into long-haul operations or leadership roles, SAS provides a stable and dynamic workplace with excellent development opportunities.

Since 1946, SAS has connected Scandinavia with the world. Every day, we help keep people and businesses moving — and we invite you to become a part of this mission.

Are you ready to take the next step with SAS?

Current Openings:
CPH – First Officer, Embraer 195
ARN – First Officer, Airbus A320
OSL – First Officer, Embraer 195 & Airbus A320
BGO – First Officer, Embraer 195

Minimum Requirements

• EASA Airline Transport Pilot Licence (A), Commercial Pilot Licence (A), or Multi-Crew Pilot License*
• EASA Class 1 Medical Certificate
• Completed Advanced UPRT course
• ICAO English Level 5 or 6
• Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU
• Clean criminal record
  
• MCC Course

All the above requirements must be met, and all licenses must be valid and up to date at the time of application.

Please note: As a requirement for employment at SAS, you will be required to undergo a background check and a personal security interview, as well as complete a drug and alcohol test. Both the security interview and testing must be conducted in the city where you will be based.
* Non-Scandinavian EASA licenses are accepted but must be converted before course start.

Benefits Package

• Competitive pension scheme
• Loss of license insurance and health insurance
• Permanent contract with fixed base (OSL, BGO, CPH or ARN)
• Fully funded type rating (with a 3-year training bond)
• Competitive salary progression
• Additional allowances
• 42 days of annual leave
• At least 11 days off per month
• Worldwide staff travel benefits
• Career progression opportunities, including transition to A330 or A350, or roles within, for example, our training department

Starting Salary for First Officers 

*Salaries are before tax (Gross). SAS also provides a daily allowance based on duty length and destinations.
*Relevant Type Rating: A320 or Embraer 195

Recruitment Process

If you are selected to move forward, the SAS Pilot Recruitment process consists of the following steps:

• CV Screening – We review your qualifications, licenses, and flying experience.

• Video Interview – You’ll record answers to a set of predefined questions.

• Online Interview – A live interview with one of our recruiters.

• Online Tests – Cognitive and personality assessments.

• Assessment Day – With group exercises, a simulator session, and a personal interview.

• Final Checks – Background screening, personal security interview, and drug & alcohol testin
  
  

Please note: Each step in the recruitment process may be disqualifying. 

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining SAS as a First Officer, we encourage you to submit your application today.

Please attach the following to your application:

• CV (with total hours, PIC, and PICUS clearly stated)

• Motivation Letter

• License

• Logbook (3 last pages)

• Medical certificate

• Passport copy

Candidates who are successful in the initial screening can expect to be invited for assessment during fall/winter 2025/2026, with employment expected to begin in late 2025 or the first half of 2026. 

Application Period
We review applications continuously and may close the ad at short notice. We recommend applying as soon as possible. 

Reapplying
If you have applied before and but were not invited to an assessment, you are welcome to apply again.
If you have previously attended an assessment but were not successful, you are welcome to reapply after 12 months.

If you have any further questions that are not addressed in this ad, please contact pilotrecruitmentsas.dk 

Disclaimer
SAS reserves the right to adjust the recruitment process or base availability at any time. Meeting the minimum requirements or passing the assessment does not guarantee an offer of employment. All offers are conditional upon successful completion of mandatory background checks, including but not limited to: personal security interview, drug and alcohol testing, license validation, and employment verification.
Please note that salary levels are fixed according to collective agreements and cannot be negotiated or altered.

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