Captain - A320 (NTR)

Job description

DIRECT ENTRY CAPTAIN A320 IN COPENHAGEN. City: Kastrup. A Future With SAS. Join SAS as we step confidently into a new era of growth and innovation. Long known as one of the world's most punctual, sustainable, and forward-thinking airlines, we are now preparing for our largest summer program ever in 2026, opening new routes across Europe, North America, and Asia. With a modern fleet of more than 100 Airbus narrow- and widebody aircraft, SAS offers a truly varied and rewarding flying experience. From the unique demands of Nordic winter operations to navigating some of the world's busiest international airspaces, you'll enjoy a flying environment that is both challenging and deeply fulfilling. As global air travel continues to expand and our Airbus fleet grows, we are excited to welcome experienced A320 Captains who want to be part of our journey - and build the next chapter of their own career with a stable, respected, and future-focused Scandinavian airline. What We Offer. We offer a Direct Entry Captain position on the A320 fleet in Copenhagen and Stockholm, with the option to choose between a 100% full-time contract or a flexible 83.3% part-time agreement. The 83.3% option operates on a seasonal flying pattern, with 100% rostering during the summer and December, and 50-75% during the rest of the year. Compensation & Benefits: - Permanent contract - Starting salary: 75.493DKK/ 74.772SEK per month(100%) or 62.861DKK/62285 per month (83.3%) - Competitive salary progression - Fully funded type-rating with a 3-year bond - Additional allowances - Competitive pension scheme - Insurance benefits - Flexible roster (mixed pattern) - Minimum of 11 days off per month - 42 days of annual leave - Worldwide staff travel benefits - Career opportunities, including progression to A330/A350, or roles within Training and Management Minimum Requirements - Unrestricted EASA ATPL (A) - EASA ATPL(A), CPL(A), or MPL (Non-Scandinavian EASA licenses accepted, but must be converted before course start) - Valid Class 1 Medical - Valid Instrument Rating - ICAO English Level 5 or 6 - Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU - Clean criminal record Minimum Flight Time Requirements 4,000+ hours Total Time 2,000+ hours on jet aircraft or high-speed turboprops 1,000+ hours PIC on aircraft with MTOW above 55.0T Experience with winter operations All requirements must be fully met, and all licenses valid at the time of application. Security & Screening: background check; personal security interview; drug and alcohol testing. The personal security interview and testing must be completed in the base city (Copenhagen). Recruitment process: applications reviewed continuously and the posting may close at short notice. Candidates who progress take part in an online interview with a recruiter, online cognitive and personality tests, an assessment day (group exercises, simulator session, personal interview) and final checks (background screening, security interview, drug/alcohol testing). Each step may be disqualifying. Reapplying If you previously applied but were not invited to an assessment, you may apply again at any time. If you attended an assessment but were not successful, you are welcome to reapply 24 months after the unsuccesful assessment. 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.

Additional requirements

• Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU.
• Clean criminal record.
• Training is fully funded and carries a 3-year bond.
• Other base: Stockholm.

Compensation and Benefits

$140,280 per year (USD)

• Permanent contract
• Starting salary 75,493 DKK / 74,772 SEK per month (100%) or 62,861 DKK / 62,285 per month (83.3%)
• Competitive salary progression
• Fully funded type-rating with a 3-year bond
• Additional allowances
• Competitive pension scheme
• Insurance benefits
• Flexible roster (mixed pattern)
• Minimum of 11 days off per month
• 42 days of annual leave
• Worldwide staff travel benefits
• Career opportunities, including progression to A330/A350, or roles within Training and Management

Base Location