- SAR helicopter pilot for the last 11 years, flying the Sea King Mk43b and now the AW101-612 SAR Queen.

- Bachelor's degree in military studies, with specialization in leadership, logistics and resource management from Royal Norwegian Naval Academy.

- Executive master's degree in "Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Management" from Nord University Business School.

- Current position: Branch Chief for the SAR Helicopter Service in the Royal Norwegian Air Force, as well as an active SAR duty pilot at the 330 Squadron.