Second Officer (Direct Entry) – Singapore

✈️ Join Scoot as a Direct Entry Second Officer

Step into the flight deck with Scoot, Singapore’s dynamic low‑cost carrier. As a Direct Entry Second Officer, you’ll fly alongside our Captains to deliver safe, comfortable and on‑time journeys, all while bringing that signature Scootitude to every passenger experience. This pathway welcomes motivated, relatively low‑hour pilots ready to learn, grow and thrive.

Airline: Scoot (Scoot Pte Ltd)
Base: Singapore (Headquarters)
Visa sponsorship: Provided (subject to approvals)
Minimum total time: 300 hours
PIC (for foreign licences): Minimum 100 hours
Required licence: ATPL — either CAAS ATPL + MEIR (≥ 3 months validity), or ICAO ATPL + MEIR + Proficiency Check (≥ 6 months validity); foreign licences subject to conversion
Language proficiency: ICAO English Level 4 or higher
Medical: Class 1 unrestricted, approved by the CAMB
Training: Aircraft type rating provided with co‑payment and training bond

🧭 The role

As a Second Officer, you’ll support the Captain and flight crew to ensure safe, efficient operations from pushback to touchdown—every time. You’ll combine technical discipline with Scoot’s warm, fun‑loving spirit to create a smooth journey for our guests.

🧰 What you’ll do

Assist the Captain in delivering safe, comfortable and on‑time flights across our network.
Support flight planning, performance, systems monitoring and fuel management.
Execute checklists and standard operating procedures with precision and composure.
Contribute to effective crew communication with ATC, cabin crew and ground teams.
Uphold the highest safety standards and proactive threat and error management.
Champion the Scootitude passenger experience with professionalism and a smile.

🌟 What you’ll bring

Minimum 300 hours total flight time as a pilot of aeroplanes.
For foreign licence holders: at least 100 hours PIC.
Licence: CAAS ATPL + MEIR with ≥ 3 months’ validity, or ICAO ATPL + MEIR + current Proficiency Check with ≥ 6 months’ validity (foreign licences must undergo conversion).
ICAO English Level 4+ and Class 1 unrestricted medical approved by CAMB.
Legally entitled to work in Singapore; visa sponsorship support provided where applicable.
Keen willingness to learn, strong team spirit, confidence, maturity and composure—plus a good sense of humour and that distinctive Scootitude.
Commitment to complete type rating training under a co‑payment and training‑bond arrangement.

📈 Training and progression

Successful candidates will be trained to the applicable aircraft type rating under Scoot’s structured program, with a co‑payment and training bond. You’ll gain exposure to a dynamic, multi‑sector operation and the foundations for future progression.

📨 How to apply

Ready to bring your skills and Scootitude to the flight deck? Submit your application with the following:

Current CV/resume
Copy of your licence(s) and ratings, including validity dates
Recent logbook pages evidencing total time and (if applicable) PIC hours
Class 1 medical certificate
Proof of English language proficiency

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Training and employment remain subject to regulatory approvals and successful completion of assessments.

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