Maintenance Control Center Engineer (MCC Engineer)
Are you someone who thrives in live operations and performs at your best when decisions truly matter? Do you enjoy balancing technical precision with operational impact? If so, the MCC Engineer role might be the perfect fit for you.
As an MCC Engineer, you will be part of the Maintenance Control Center (MCC), ensuring safe, sustainable, and punctual aircraft operations. The position is based in Copenhagen and operates 24/7/365 in support of SAS’s flight operations.
Challenges you will work on
In this dynamic and operationally critical role, you will oversee the technical status of the SAS fleet during live operations. You will tackle complex technical troubleshooting, MEL/CDL management, and recovery coordination to minimize operational disruption while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Your ability to balance safety, compliance, cost awareness, and operational performance will be essential in ensuring on-time performance without compromising airworthiness.
Some of your main responsibilities will be:
- Evaluate aircraft defects and determine dispatch capability
- Coordinate corrective actions with approved maintenance organizations and line stations
- Support and manage AOG situations across the network
- Ensure proper documentation and regulatory adherence under applicable EASA regulations
- Collaborate closely with Flight Operations, Engineering, Line Maintenance, and external maintenance providers
- Contribute to continuous improvement of operational processes and aircraft health management
The Team
You will join the Maintenance Control Center (MCC) team in Copenhagen consisting of 12 team members, working in a fast-paced operational environment where technical decisions directly impact flight safety and punctuality. The team consists of highly skilled engineers with strong operational experience and technical competence across multiple aircraft types. We value accountability, collaboration, and calm decision-making under pressure.
MCC operates 24/7/365 and is a high-trust environment where teamwork, structured handovers, and clear communication are essential to success.
To be successful, we believe you have
- Background in aircraft maintenance, airline engineering, or technical control within commercial aviation is highly desirable
- EASA Part-66 B1 and/or B2 license
- Good understanding of EASA regulations and their practical application in airline operations
- Commitment to onsite shift work (24/7/365 coverage) in Copenhagen is required.
- Ability to work in a structured and organized way in a fast-paced operational environment
- Proven ability to take responsibility for technical decisions and follow through to resolution
- Experience using maintenance control systems and operational IT platforms
- A careful and process-oriented approach to troubleshooting and defect management
- Ability to work well with operational and technical stakeholders and contribute to shared goals
- Confidence making decisions within delegated authority and taking ownership of the outcome
- A positive attitude toward learning, feedback, and teamwork
Why SAS?
At SAS, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development in an international, fast-paced working environment. We are dedicated to the continuous growth of our employees.
- Travel Perks: Enjoy discounted travel opportunities around the world with SAS.
- Health & Wellness: Access to health and wellness benefits and employee support programs.
- Discounts: Receive discounts from a wide range of brands, as well as on transportation, hotels, and car rentals.
- Professional Development: Opportunities to grow within Technical Operations and Aircraft Health Management.
- Work Environment: Be part of a critical operational environment supporting the airline’s daily performance.
Our Culture at SAS
At SAS, we are dedicated to caring for each other, delighting our travelers, and driving the transformation towards sustainable aviation. As a future colleague on our team, you’ll join a culture where we work collaboratively towards common goals, recognize each other's contributions, and celebrate successes. Our focus is on safe, sustainable, and punctual execution, and we are committed to protecting our planet while transforming SAS for the future. This is an empowering workplace where you can thrive, grow, and take ownership of your work. Join us at SAS and be part of shaping the future of aviation!
Additional information
- Deadline for application: 15/05/2026. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as interviews are conducted continuously, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. Note that we are not able to handle any applications that are sent by email, due to GDPR regulations.
- Desired start date: August or September 2026
- Position: Fulltime (100%) starting with a 3-month probation period.
- Location: Denmark, Copenhagen Airport – and you will be expected to work onsite. This position requires shift work (day, evening and night).
- A background check will be conducted at the final stage of this recruitment process, as this role is security classified. If you are aware of any specific matters that may come up during this background check, we kindly ask you to be transparent about them during the recruitment process.
Join us and help shape the future of aviation!
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