EXPERIENCED FIRST OFFICER

Join SAS as a Experienced First Officer Flying for SAS - Scandinavian Airlines System – has never simply been about logging hours.It’s about stepping into a legacy of Scandinavian aviation where professionalism, trust, and purpose shape every journey we make together. We are now looking for experienced First Officers to join our E195 and A320 fleet, pilots who are ready for something more than “the next job.” Pilots who want to grow, explore, and build a career that can carry them all the way to retirement. At SAS, your story doesn’t stop in the right seat. It begins there.From your first simulator session, you enter an environment built on learning, safety, and continuous development. You’re surrounded by instructors, captains, and colleagues who don’t just teach you procedures: they pass along the culture, discipline, and pride that define Scandinavian aviation. With growing experience comes expanding opportunity, from mixed‑fleet flying and long‑haul missions to instructor roles shaping future pilots or leadership paths influencing the strategic direction of SAS. At SAS, you don’t just fly. You become part of something built to last.Minimum Requirements Valid EASA Class 1 Medical Certificate Valid EASA CPL(A), or MPL ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 or 6 MCC course completed Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU Clean criminal record Hour Requirement400 Hours or more on CS/FAR 25 Licenses and medical must be valid and up to date at time of application Pilot license preferably issued by Denmark, Sweden, or Norway *Non-Scandinavian EASA licenses are accepted but must be converted before course start As a condition of employment, candidates must successfully complete background screening, a personal security interview, and alcohol & drug testing in accordance with aviation security regulations. SAS Pilot Profile The SAS Pilot Profile is the foundation for our recruitment, interview, and simulator assessments and focuses on overall suitability, not only technical flying skills. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate: Professional application of knowledge and procedures Situational awareness and sound judgement Effective communication Workload and stress management Problem solving and decision making Leadership and teamwork Self-awareness and willingness to learn The SAS Pilot Profile is a guiding framework applied holistically throughout the recruitment process to assess trainability, professionalism, and long-term suitability for a career at SAS. Recruitment Process If selected to move forward, the recruitment process includes: CV & document screening Video interview Online interview with a representative from SAS Online cognitive and personality assessments Assessment Day (group exercise, simulator session, interview) Final checks (background screening, security interview, drug & alcohol test) Each step may be disqualifying. Before Applying Before applying, we strongly encourage you to read more about life and career in SAS, our fleet and other relevant information here: Pilot - SAS Base Information:We are currently recruiting to all bases.BGO - E195ARN - A320OSL - E195 and A320CPH - E195 and A320How to Apply Please apply through our career page, applications on email is not valid and will not be considered. Please attach the following documents: Last LPC/OPC evaluation ATPL theory results (if completed) Pilot license Medical certificate Passport copy Logbook (last 3 pages) Application PeriodWe review applications continuously and may close the ad at short notice. We are recruiting for summer 2027, and our first courses are planned for the Fall 2026 you should therefor expect the recruitment process to take some time, as we have limited assessment spots each month. ReapplyingIf you have applied before, but were not invited to an Assessment Day, you are welcome to apply again. If you have previously attended an Assessment Day (SIM) but were not successful, you are welcome to reapply after 24 months. Disclaimer:SAS may adjust the recruitment process or base availability at any time. Meeting minimum requirements or passing assessments does not guarantee employment. All offers depend on mandatory background checks, including security interview, drug and alcohol testing, license validation, and employment verification. Salary levels follow collective agreements and cannot be negotiated. Approved candidates may be placed in a pilot holding pool, and start dates depend on operational needs and training capacity. This role is not suited for candidates seeking guaranteed base or fleet allocation, fixed upgrade timelines, or short-term employment.