Cadet Pilot – SAS Jet Fleet (No Type Rating Required)

✈️ Launch your jet career the Scandinavian way

Step into your first airline role with SAS and build a long-term career in a structured, safety-driven environment. From your first simulator session to line operations, you’ll be guided by experienced instructors, captains, and colleagues who take pride in doing things the Scandinavian way—calm, competent, and collaborative.

Employment: Permanent
Type rating: Not required (Training provided) — NTR
Fleet: SAS jet operations (various aircraft)
Audience: Pilots with little or no airline experience
Work authorization: Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU (no visa sponsorship)
Medical: EASA Class 1
Language: ICAO ELP Level 5

🧭 What you can expect

Join an airline where training and mentorship are built into everyday life. You’ll hone your skills in a rigorous program that emphasizes safety, professionalism, and teamwork—preparing you to thrive on the flight deck from day one.

Structured training pathway from simulator to line operations
Experienced instructors and captains dedicated to your development
SOP-driven culture with high standards and continuous learning
A supportive, respectful environment grounded in Scandinavian values

🧰 Training and development

You’ll receive comprehensive type rating training with ongoing coaching and feedback. Expect immersive simulator sessions, robust ground school, and carefully supervised line training that builds confidence and competency.

No type rating required: SAS provides full training
Focus on safety, CRM, and procedural excellence
Mentoring and continuous performance debriefs

🌟 What you bring

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 a strong willingness to learn

📋 Minimum requirements

License: EASA CPL with MCC or MPL
Medical: EASA Class 1
Language: ICAO ELP Level 5
Type rating: Not required (Training provided)
Work rights: Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU (visa sponsorship not provided)
Security & compliance: Clean criminal record; successful background screening, personal security interview, and alcohol & drug testing per aviation security regulations
License notes: Pilot license preferably issued by Denmark, Sweden, or Norway; other EASA licenses accepted but must be converted before course start
Open to: EASA license holders

📨 How to apply

Submit a concise CV and evidence of your licenses, medical, and English proficiency. Highlight training performance, multi-crew exposure, and examples of sound judgement and teamwork. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps in the assessment process.

SAS is an equal opportunity employer. We value professionalism, integrity, and a learning mindset.

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