Norrbotten Air Force Wing is looking for civilian aircraft technicians for its maintenance companies

We are looking for Aircraft Technicians and therefore want to get in touch with you who want to become one of us and contribute to creating a stronger defense. As part of the 21st Air Wing and one of its maintenance companies, you will be responsible for the Armed Forces' most advanced platform. The work is varied as you will also participate in exercises and operations where the workplace and working hours vary. Working with aircraft maintenance within the Armed Forces is for those who are technically interested and want to work with the latest technology.

About the unit

The Aircraft Maintenance Unit is the unit that handles preventive and corrective maintenance on our Gripen aircraft, as well as all the maintenance equipment associated with the aircraft. The unit, together with the companies, also manages the daily operation of the flight system with readiness and preparedness. Our tasks are primarily directed nationally, but international assignments may also occur.

The Aircraft Maintenance Unit consists of a unit management, 31st and 32nd Aircraft Maintenance Companies, and the Aircraft Workshop in Luleå. Each aircraft maintenance company is divided into a company management and three platoons.

Main tasks

Your tasks as an aircraft technician consist of preventive and corrective maintenance on the JAS 39 Gripen and its armament. You will also carry out readiness service and preparedness of the flight system, both at the home unit and at other locations in and outside Sweden. You will become part of our combat unit.

Qualifications

• At least a passed upper secondary education
• COR (Certificate of Recognition) EASA Part-147 Approved Basic Training B1.1, alternatively EASA Part-66 maintenance license or SE-EMAR / RML P-6 certificate for aircraft maintenance
• Driving license B, manual transmission.
• Good ability to express yourself in both spoken and written Swedish and English

Meritorious

• Authorization JAS 39
• Approved military basic training of at least 6 months
• Served in an aircraft maintenance company

Personal qualities

• High personal maturity as the position places great demands on judgment and integrity.
• Good ability to work both in a team and independently.
• High flexibility as the exercise and operational environment is often dynamic.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

If you proceed in the recruitment process, it will be accompanied by interviews and security checks at the recruiting organizational unit.

Other

The employment is a permanent position in the Armed Forces. It starts with a 6-month probationary period.

Located at Norrbotten Air Force Wing, Luleå.

Individual salary setting.

For inquiries about the position, please contact C 32 Fu company: Johan Engman, who can be reached through the Armed Forces' switchboard, 0920-23 40 00.

Union representatives

OFR-S, SEKO, SACO, and OFR-O can be reached through the Armed Forces' switchboard, 0920-23 40 00.

Application deadline

Welcome with your application no later than 2025-04-07

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

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

Norrbotten Air Force Wing, F 21, is Sweden's northernmost air wing. The main base is in Luleå, with side bases in Jokkmokk and Vidsel. F 21 continuously trains to deliver the following air operational capabilities in peace, crisis, and war:

• Control of airspace.
• Ground and sea target combat.
• Intelligence gathering.
• Airlift transport.
• Support to other combat forces, total defense, and society at large.

F 21 defends - together with other units in the Armed Forces - Sweden, the country's interests, our freedom, and our right to live as we choose.

Together with the rest of the Air Force, we monitor and protect Sweden's airspace around the clock, year-round.

The Armed Forces has 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, and a good balance between work and private life.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security check with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed in wartime. The nature of this varies depending on the type of position.

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

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.