Experienced First Officer – E195 & A320 (No Type Rating Required)

Join SAS as a First Officer on the E195 & A320

We are looking for experienced First Officers ready for more than the next job. At SAS, your story doesn’t stop in the right seat—it begins there. From your first simulator session, you’ll enter an environment built on learning, safety, and continuous development, surrounded by instructors, captains, and colleagues who share the culture, discipline, and pride that define Scandinavian aviation.

Employment: Permanent
Fleet: Embraer E195 & Airbus A320
Type Rating: Not required (NTR — training provided)
Licenses: EASA CPL / IR / MCC / ME; Medical Class 1
Language: ICAO English Level 5
Right to work: Unrestricted EU (visa sponsorship not provided)

✈️ The opportunity

Bring your experience to a carrier where safety, professionalism, and growth are inseparable. With SAS you’ll fly a modern narrow‑body fleet and, as your career progresses, gain access to mixed‑fleet flying, long‑haul opportunities, instructor paths shaping future pilots, and leadership roles that influence the strategic direction of our airline.

🧭 What you will do

Operate the E195 and/or A320 in accordance with company SOPs and the highest safety standards.
Demonstrate disciplined situational awareness, workload management, and sound judgement in all phases of flight.
Collaborate effectively in a multi‑crew environment, contributing to strong CRM and clear, respectful communication.
Embrace continuous learning—from simulator to line operations—living SAS’s culture of professionalism and improvement.
Represent SAS with integrity, care, and Scandinavian hospitality at every touchpoint.

🧰 What you bring

Professional application of knowledge and procedures, with an unwavering safety mindset.
Situational awareness and sound decision making, even under pressure.
Effective communication and teamwork in diverse, multi‑cultural crews.
Workload and stress management, with strong problem‑solving skills.
Leadership potential, self‑awareness, and a genuine willingness to learn.

🌟 Minimum requirements

Flight time: 400+ hours on CS/FAR 25 turbine aircraft.
Licensing: Valid EASA CPL with IR, MCC, and ME.
Medical: Class 1.
Language: ICAO English Level 5.
Type rating: Not required; provided by SAS (NTR).
License state: Preferably issued by Denmark, Sweden, or Norway. Non‑Scandinavian EASA licenses are accepted but must be converted before course start.
Right to work: Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU (no sponsorship).
Screening: Clean criminal record; ability to pass background screening, personal security interview, and alcohol & drug testing per aviation security regulations.

📚 Training & progression

From day one you’ll train with experienced instructors who focus on more than procedures—they pass on the standards and values that define Scandinavian aviation. As your experience grows, so do your options: mixed‑fleet flying, long‑haul missions, instructor pathways, and leadership roles that can carry your career all the way to retirement.

📨 How to apply

Please submit a professional application demonstrating your experience and fit for SAS.

CV/resume and a brief cover note.
Copies of EASA license(s) and Medical Class 1.
Logbook summary evidencing minimum hours (CS/FAR 25 turbine).
Proof of ICAO English Level 5 and unrestricted EU work rights.

Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be contacted for the next steps.

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