About the Unit

52nd Air Base Company is part of the 161st Air Base Battalion, which belongs to F 16, Uppland Air Wing. The company consists of six platoons. The company's tasks include airport operations in the form of airfield maintenance and rescue services, as well as the operation and maintenance of technical systems. The company is also responsible for the protection and surveillance of air bases. The company conducts readiness services for combat aircraft and ramp services for transport aircraft and helicopters. The company also has air terminal capability, which is a strategic resource in the Armed Forces.

The Position Offers

You will be part of the 52nd Air Base Company's Communication Troop. The troop is responsible for the technical operation of the airport. The work is very varied and developing. The tasks mainly consist of operational and maintenance actions on systems affecting flight safety. The position means that you will continuously be trained and developed. The job requires good physical fitness, and there is an opportunity for training during working hours. The troop consists of a mix of people with long experience and a strong desire to deliver results and share experiences.

Main Responsibilities

As a communication technician in the 524th Communication Troop, you contribute to keeping the airport operational for flying units. In this role, you will independently and as part of a team carry out qualified operations, maintenance, and monitoring of ground technical equipment. You are part of the function that maintains the technical infrastructure necessary to operate from Uppsala Airport. You also contribute to ensuring flight safety at the airport through the actions taken on the technical infrastructure. The work consists of performing preventive maintenance on power supply, airport lighting systems, landing aids, IT systems, telephony, networks, and radio equipment. In addition to preventive maintenance, the work also involves troubleshooting and corrective actions in case of failures. The equipment you work on is often in active operation and affects flight safety. In your role as a communication technician, you will also act as an expert in projects and issues related to the airport's technical systems and infrastructure. Your tasks will include conducting internal training within the Armed Forces and with external trainers to maintain competence on technical systems. Previous experience with airport systems is not a requirement for the position.

Qualifications

High school education with passing grades
Driving license B

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone with excellent collaboration skills. You find it easy to connect with people and are good at building trusting relationships. As a person, you are proactive and have a high delivery capacity, are meticulous and safety-conscious. You are goal-oriented and results-driven with a strong sense of responsibility and high integrity. A prerequisite for successfully handling the tasks is that you are curious and eager to learn new things. You have a holistic view, see issues in a broad perspective, and can place them in a larger context. We would like you to have experience in operations in complex environments, and there are good opportunities for professional development according to your wishes in the technical field. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability and our assessment of whether you will fit into the existing workgroup.

Meritorious

High school or post-secondary education with a focus on electronics, electrical engineering, machinery/vehicles, or equivalent knowledge that can be assessed as equivalent by the employer.
Completed Swedish military service, GMU, or equivalent Swedish military basic training with passing grades.
Experience in electrical, radio, telecommunication, and data communication.
Experience in installation work, electrical, telecommunication, or data.
Several years of experience in technical tasks, preferably within a larger operational organization.

Other Information about the Employment

Employment: Civil
Employment Type: Permanent employment, the Armed Forces may apply a six-month probationary period.
Employment Rate: Full-time
Work Location: Uppsala
Salary: Individual salary setting applies
Start Date: By agreement.

For inquiries about the position, contact:

Chief 524th Communication Troop, Fj Erik Magnusson
Phone: 070-964 99 07 or email: erik.magnusson@mil.se

For information about the recruitment process, contact:

HR Generalist, Amanda Rahlén
Email: F16-A1-adm@mil.se

Union Representatives:

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 by 2025-04-04 at the latest. Your application should include a CV and a cover 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 the training of 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 manages the constant surveillance of Swedish airspace. The unit operates from several locations in the country and is an important part of the growth period that the Air Force is facing.

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 initiatives, and a good balance between work and private life.

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

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

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.