First officer
Join SAS as a First Officer and take off on regional, European, and long-haul routes. You will have a defined path to Captain, enjoy comprehensive benefits, and be part of a unified seniority system across the SAS Group.
REQUIREMENTS
We fly with a global crew and an inclusive mindset. Diversity is a natural part of how we work and grow. As a First Officer at SAS, you’ll be part of a professional team where high standards, safety, and care come first. If you’re ready to take your seat on the flight deck, these are the requirements.
- EASA Airline Transport Pilot Licence (A), Commercial Pilot Licence (A), or Multi-Crew Pilot License*
- EASA Class 1 Medical Certificate
- MCC Course
- Completed Advanced UPRT course
- ICAO English Level 5 or 6
- Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU
- Clean criminal record
- Background check
- Security interview
- Alcohol & drug testing
*Non-Scandinavian EASA licenses are accepted but must be converted before course start.
Employment is subject to successful completion of mandatory pre-employment checks, including background screening, security interview, and alcohol & drug testing.
WHAT WE OFFER
At SAS, you’ll work with skilled colleagues who deliver with excellence in a culture built on trust and respect. It’s the Scandinavian way—structured and collaborative in and out of the cockpit, with a quality of life outside it that’s among the best in the world.
Contract Type:
Permanent (Employment is subject to a probation period in accordance with applicable national regulations.)
Roster Group:
Variable/flexible (for all new hires)
Days Off:
Minimum 11 days off per month
Roster Release:
Monthly, published on the 16th of the previous month
Routes:
Domestic & intra-Scandinavian
European destinations
Intercontinental (long-haul)
Fleet
A320 or Embraer 195LR
Bases
Copenhagen (CPH),
Stockholm (ARN),
Oslo (OSL)
Bergen (BGO).
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
As a First Officer, you’ll have a clear path to becoming Captain in the near future, with seniority recognized across SAS Group from your date of hire. You’ll also have the opportunity to transition to long-haul flights and operate both the A320 and the A330 or A350 as part of our mixed fleet program. Start date is determined by operational needs and training capacity. Approved candidates may be placed in a pilot pool prior to course start.
BENEFITS
We provide stable employment conditions and benefits that support you in your career and life outside of work.
- Competitive salary progression
- Type rating paid for by SAS
- Daily allowance while on destination included
- 42 days annual Leave
- Pension scheme
- Worldwide staff travel (ID travel)
- Insurance coverage
- Fixed base
Starting Salary for First Officers
We provide stable employment conditions and benefits that support you in your career and life outside of work.
| Category | Step Range | DKK (Range) | NOK (Range) | SEK (Range) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Without rating* and under 1500 hrs | 0–1 | 37,915 – 39,863 | 40,852 – 42,952 | 38,621 – 40,610 |
| Without rating* and over 1500 hrs | 1–2 | 39,675 – 42,376 | 42,752 – 45,658 | 40,420 – 43,165 |
| With rating* and under 1500 hrs | 1–2 | 39,675 – 42,376 | 42,752 – 45,658 | 40,420 – 43,165 |
| With rating* and over 1500 hrs | 2–3 | 41,434 – 44,342 | 44,653 – 47,782 | 42,219 – 45,175 |
*Salaries are before tax (Gross). SAS also provides a daily allowance based on duty length and destinations. Salary and terms are not individually negotiable.
*Relevant Type Rating: A320 or Embraer 195