Pilots

Pilots

Take to the skies with one of Singapore Airlines’ modern and fuel-efficient aircraft. We provide our pilots with rigorous training to set the highest standards in aviation. As you grow in your career, you have the opportunity to rise through the ranks, or explore specialised paths in Technical, Training, or Management – designed to match your aspirations.

Ready for the next level? Explore our different open positions to find out more.

Remuneration and Benefits

When you join us, you will enjoy more than just a competitive salary:

  • Once-a-year free travel to any SIA-operated destination.
  • Access to unlimited discounted travel for you and your eligible family member(s) on flights operated by SIA and our airline partners.
  • Medical, dental, and insurance coverage.
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities to help you grow and succeed.


We offer more than a job – a rewarding career that will truly take you places. Find out more in the tabs below.

SIA is recruiting Ab Initio Cadet Pilots in Singapore. To apply, you will need to meet the following requirements:

  • Educational qualification of GCE ‘A’ level, Diploma, or Degree. Otherwise, you must have obtained a minimum of 5 GCE ‘O’ Level credits. These must include English, Mathematics and a Science subject, taken at one sitting
  • Myopia of not more than 800 degrees and astigmatism of not more than 300 degrees, fully correctable with optical aids
  • Minimum height requirement of 1.58m to carry out safety and emergency procedures on board


Selection Process

Applicants will undergo various stages during the recruitment process including (but not limited to) online application, computer assessment test, interviews, and medical check-up. 

Training

Successful candidates will be trained to acquire suitable professional qualifications at Singapore Flying College in Singapore and overseas. Upon completion of the training programme, you will undergo further training to become a First Officer. 

Remuneration and Service Benefits

A monthly allowance will be provided during your training phase. On appointment as a First Officer, you will enjoy an attractive salary, along with various allowances and benefits.

Bond

Successful candidates will be required to serve for the duration of the training, and for a period of 7 years from the date of appointment as First Officer.

Singapore Airlines conducts direct recruitment and does not engage any third-party agencies / companies for our pilot recruitment. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit your application via the official Singapore Airlines career page only. Any parties or media platforms that claim to represent Singapore Airlines have no authority to recruit or engage with applicants on behalf of the airline, and the airline will not be responsible for any information shared by the applicant with any such third party and/or the conduct of any such third party. 

Application Details

Online application is now open.

If you encounter issues creating a new applicant profile, please click on “Forgot Password?” in the login page. Kindly enter your email address in the login credentials field. Once you have received your new password, please sign in via the login page.

We thank all candidates for your interest in Singapore Airlines, and regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Please note that applications for Direct Entry Second Officer positions are currently closed. Do check our website for future recruitment.

Singapore Airlines is recruiting Direct Entry First Officers on fixed-term contracts. To apply, you will need to meet the following requirements:

  • Possess a valid Class 1 Medical Certificate that is recognised by, or can be validated by, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)
  • Hold a valid Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) with an Airbus A350 (A350) or Airbus A380 (A380) aircraft type rating that is recognised by, or can be validated by, CAAS. If you  hold a foreign licence, you may check your eligibility using this document.
  • Minimum 3,000 hours of flying experience as a First Officer is preferred. Candidates with at least 1,500 hours will also be considered. Notwithstanding the above conditions, candidates must have a minimum of 1,500 hours on the A350 and/or A380.
  • Minimum two years of flying experience on either the A350 or A380 as a First Officer, prior to the application date.
  • Able to speak and understand English with ICAO English Level 5 or above for inflight radio-telephony communications
  • Minimum height requirement of 1.58m to ensure full reach and the safe operation of all flight deck controls.


Selection Process

Applicants will undergo various stages of assessment, which may include (but not limited to) interviews, simulator assessment and medical examinations. Successful candidates will be placed on either the A350 or A380 fleet. 

Tenure of Service

Successful candidates will be offered a fixed-term contract of up to 12 months.

Singapore Airlines conducts direct recruitment and does not engage any third-party agencies / companies for our pilot recruitment. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit your application via the official Singapore Airlines career page only. Any parties or media platforms that claim to represent Singapore Airlines have no authority to recruit or engage with applicants on behalf of the airline, and the airline will not be responsible for any information shared by the applicant with any such third party and/or the conduct of any such third party. 

Application Details

Online application is now open.

If you encounter issues creating a new applicant profile, please click on “Forgot Password?” in the login page. Kindly enter your email address in the login credentials field. Once you have received your new password, please sign in via the login page.

We thank all candidates for your interest in Singapore Airlines, and regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Singapore Airlines is recruiting Direct Entry Captains on fixed-term contracts. To apply, you will need to meet the following requirements:

  • Possess a valid Class 1 Medical Certificate that is recognised by, or can be validated by, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS).
  • Hold a valid Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) with an Airbus A350 (A350) or Airbus A380 (A380) aircraft type rating that is recognised by, or can be validated by, CAAS. If you  hold a foreign licence, you may check your eligibility using this document.
  • Minimum 7,000 flying hours, inclusive of 3,000 Pilot-In-Command (PIC) hours on commercial jets in international operations, and at least 1,500 PIC hours on either the A350 or A380.
  • Have a minimum of two years’ flying experience as a Captain on either the A350 or A380, prior to the application date. Able to speak and understand English with
  • ICAO English Level 5 or above for inflight radio-telephony communications.
  • Minimum height requirement of 1.58m to ensure full reach and the safe operation of all flight deck controls.

 

Selection Process

Applicants will undergo various stages of assessment, which may include (but not limited to) interviews, simulator assessment and medical examinations. Successful candidates will be placed on either the A350 or A380 fleet. 

Tenure of Service

Successful candidates will be offered a fixed-term contract of up to 12 months.

Singapore Airlines conducts direct recruitment and does not engage any third-party agencies / companies for our pilot recruitment. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit your application via the official Singapore Airlines career page only. Any parties or media platforms that claim to represent Singapore Airlines have no authority to recruit or engage with applicants on behalf of the airline, and the airline will not be responsible for any information shared by the applicant with any such third party and/or the conduct of any such third party. 

Application Details

Online application is now open.

If you encounter issues creating a new applicant profile, please click on “Forgot Password?” in the login page. Kindly enter your email address in the login credentials field. Once you have received your new password, please sign in via the login page.

We thank all candidates for your interest in Singapore Airlines, and regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Please note that Singapore Airlines does not request for payment or fees for the processing of job applications either directly or through its appointed agencies. Should you be advised otherwise, please email us the details via http://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/feedback-enquiry/.