About the Position: Unit Manager, SO9

The Unit Manager is part of the leadership triad along with the Wing Commander and Deputy Wing Commander. The leadership triad constitutes the wing management. Furthermore, the Unit Manager supports C F 16 with advice, knowledge, experience, and information for decision-making.

Main Responsibilities

• Be part of the wing management and F 16 leadership group.
• Provide support and advice to the Wing Commander in leading the unit.
• Ensure continuity and long-term sustainability in F 16 operations and for F 16 personnel.
• Participate in C F 16 activities and represent C F 16 in various forums.
• Support in matters regarding F 16 personnel supply, personnel development, training, exercises, promotions, and follow-up.
• Be part of the Air Force Manager's council and participate in its tasks.
• Be a regular participant in the Air Force's traditions council.

Qualifications

• The applicant is a specialist officer with the rank of manager, SO8.
• 25 years of experience as a professional officer.
• Completed Higher Specialist Officer Training, HSOU.
• Able to work independently and lead and coach personnel while following up and developing operations.
• Very good understanding of the wing's internal operations and development.
• Good understanding of the Air Force's organization, operations, command structure, and organizational culture.
• Very good understanding of the FM command system and the Air Force's career and professional development system, FKY.
• Approved FM FYSS.
• Driving license B.
• Approved results on tests conducted as part of the admission process.

Personal Qualities

General requirements for personal qualities according to FM2023-652:20 General system description SO9. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

You are a good representative of the Armed Forces, the Air Force, and F 16, as well as a role model both as a person and as a leader. You have great trust and respect in the organization for both your competence and your personal qualities. You build your leadership on the Armed Forces' values. Through good communication skills, you create a large network and collaborate with officials at all levels within the Armed Forces, such as the Air Staff, Defense Staff, schools/centers within the FM, the Swedish Defense University, and F 16 units and battalions.

Meritorious

• Served as a unit specialist officer in the leadership triad at the unit/battalion level.
• Served at the wing staff.
• Served at the Air Staff or Defense Staff.
• Served at schools/centers as an educator/teacher.

Other

Employment type: Permanent employment, Specialist Officer, SO 9

Employment degree: Full-time

Work location: Uppsala

Start date: August 1 or by agreement

In addition to interviews, psychological tests and an English test will be included in the selection process for the position.

For inquiries about the position, contact

C F 16, exercise Pernille Undén
Unit Manager, fljfv Stefan Granberg

For information about the recruitment process, contact

HR Manager, Therese Karlsson

Union representative:

OFR/O Ärna, Tim Björklund, phone 070-690 10 08.
OFR/S, Daniel Modin, phone 0706-38 68 33.
SACO, Mikko Aarnio, phone 070-849 55 06.
SEKO, Åsa Karlsson, phone 076-649 23 95.

Application Deadline

Welcome with your application no later than 2025-04-04. Your application should include a CV and a personal letter explaining why you are suitable for this position.

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Armed Forces' website.

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

Uppland Air Wing, F 16, is headquartered at Uppsala garrison. The unit is part of the Swedish Air Force and is responsible for the operation and surveillance of Uppsala Airport as well as training conscripts in various positions within the Air Force. The unit also leads the 161st Combat Control and Air Surveillance Battalion, which directs combat aircraft in the air and maintains constant surveillance of Swedish airspace. The unit operates from several locations across the country and constitutes an important part of the growth period that the Air Force is facing.

In the Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career mobility, wellness initiatives, and a good balance between work and private life.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. Security clearance with background checks will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment also includes an obligation to be assigned to war. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

When applying for employment, a CV and personal letter must be attached. If you proceed in the hiring process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.