Experienced First Officer - SAS Airlines
SAS Airlines is seeking highly skilled and motivated Experienced First Officers to join its esteemed flight operations. Opportunities are available for pilots to operate within the Embraer 195 and Airbus A320 fleets. SAS offers permanent contracts and significant career advancement prospects, fostering a stable and dynamic work environment for its crew members.
Current Openings:
- Copenhagen (CPH): Experienced First Officer, Embraer 195 / Airbus A320 Type Rated
- Stockholm (ARN): Experienced First Officer, Airbus A320 Type Rated
- Oslo (OSL): Experienced First Officer, Embraer 195
- Bergen (BGO): Experienced First Officer, Embraer 195
Minimum Requirements:
- EASA Airline Transport Pilot Licence (A), Commercial Pilot Licence (A), or Multi-Crew Pilot License*
- Valid EASA Class 1 Medical Certificate
- Completed Advanced UPRT course
- ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 or 6
- Unrestricted right to live and work in the European Union
- Clean criminal record
- Valid MCC Course completion
- A minimum of 500 flight hours on CS-25 aircraft
All stated requirements must be fulfilled, with all licenses and certificates valid and current at the time of application. Prospective employees will be subject to a background check, a personal security interview, and a drug and alcohol test conducted in their assigned base city.
Benefits Package:
- Competitive pension scheme
- Comprehensive loss of license and health insurance
- Permanent contract with a fixed base assignment (OSL, BGO, CPH, or ARN)
- Fully funded type rating with a 3-year training bond agreement
- Attractive and progressive salary structure
- Additional duty allowances
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 42 days
- A minimum of 11 days off per calendar month
- Worldwide staff travel benefits
- Exceptional career progression opportunities, including potential transitions to A330 or A350 aircraft, or internal roles within departments such as training.
Starting Salary for First Officers:
Salaries are gross and before tax. Daily allowances are provided based on duty length and destination.
| Category | Step Range | DKK (Range) | NOK (Range) | SEK (Range) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Without relevant type rating* and under 1500 hours | 0–1 | 37,915 – 39,863 | 40,852 – 42,952 | 38,621 – 40,610 |
| Without relevant type rating* and over 1500 hours | 1–2 | 39,675 – 42,376 | 42,752 – 45,658 | 40,420 – 43,165 |
| With relevant type rating* and under 1500 hours | 1–2 | 39,675 – 42,376 | 42,752 – 45,658 | 40,420 – 43,165 |
| With relevant type rating* and over 1500 hours | 2–3 | 41,434 – 44,342 | 44,653 – 47,782 | 42,219 – 45,175 |
*Relevant Type Rating: Airbus A320 or Embraer 195.
Recruitment Process:
SAS employs a comprehensive selection process designed to identify the most suitable candidates:
- CV Screening: A thorough review of qualifications, licenses, and flight experience.
- Video Interview: Candidates will record responses to a series of predefined questions.
- Online Interview: A live interview conducted by a SAS recruiter.
- Online Tests: Cognitive and personality assessments.
- Assessment Day: Including group exercises, a simulator session, and a final personal interview.
- Final Checks: Background screening, personal security interview, and drug & alcohol testing.
Please note that each stage of the recruitment process may be disqualifying.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications promptly. The following documents should be attached:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV), clearly stating total hours, PIC (Pilot in Command), and PICUS (Pilot in Command Under Supervision) hours.
- Motivation Letter
- Pilot Licence(s)
- Logbook (last 3 pages)
- Medical Certificate
- Copy of Passport
Successful candidates from the initial screening can anticipate assessment invitations during Fall/Winter 2025/2026, with anticipated employment commencement in the first half of 2026.
Application Period:
Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis, and the advertisement may be closed without prior notice. Early submission is strongly recommended.
Reapplying:
Candidates who have previously applied but were not invited to an assessment are encouraged to reapply. Those who have attended an assessment and were unsuccessful may reapply after a 12-month period.
Disclaimer: SAS reserves the right to modify the recruitment process or base availability at any time. Meeting the minimum requirements or successfully completing the assessment does not guarantee employment. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of mandatory background checks, which include but are not limited to: personal security interviews, drug and alcohol testing, license validation, and employment verification. Salary levels are determined by collective agreements and are non-negotiable.