TELECOMMUNICATION TECHNICIAN - RADIO

The Swedish Armed Forces' Telecommunications and Information Systems Command (FMTIS) Implementation Unit Mitt has personnel in Enköping, Falun, Arboga, Kungsängen, Berga, and Visby. We are now looking for 2 telecommunications technicians with a focus on Radio (Marine Radio & Aviation Radio) for our department in Berga. In the role of telecommunications technician with us, you will be an important part of our execution organization and contribute to delivering results that have significance in a larger perspective and are of great importance to the Armed Forces' command capability.

About the organization

FMTIS has five units that perform maintenance of the Armed Forces' command systems within IT and Telecommunications, and the Implementation Unit Mitt is one of these units. The units work with the maintenance of the Armed Forces' telecommunication networks, radio, sensor, surveillance, and field systems, as well as maintaining a variety of IT systems. You will be part of the Tele Section of the Implementation Department in Berga, where several technicians work with different focuses.

Main responsibilities

The tasks consist of performing corrective and preventive maintenance on radio systems and command systems within the military region Mitt. The work also includes performing commissioning, updates, inspections, documentation, and providing technical support within your technical area. Collaboration with other units and functions within the Armed Forces, as well as supporting colleagues in other technical areas, is a natural part of the job.

The work involves travel both on land and at sea in archipelago environments. Some tasks are performed in Masts and Towers, which requires a medical examination and subsequent internal training within the Armed Forces for work at heights (climbing).

You will primarily work with your immediate technical team, and the position offers a great variety in a stimulating and significant operational area.

We offer you

In the Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. The organization offers variation and complexity as well as good opportunities for education and personal development.

Our employees have several different benefits, including:

• Individual competence development, especially within your technical area.
• Three hours of physical training per week during working hours.
• Good balance between work and leisure with flexible working hours, as well as 28-35 vacation days depending on age.
• Salary supplements during parental leave and sick leave, as well as the opportunity to exchange vacation days for additional pension contributions.

Qualifications

• Three-year upper secondary education with a focus on EL/TELE/TECHNOLOGY or equivalent knowledge that can be assessed as equivalent.
• Good ability to understand instructions and guidelines in Swedish and English.
• Driver's license B (manual transmission).
• Approved medical examination for Masts and Towers (performed in connection with probationary employment).

Meritorious

• Professional experience in telecommunications and radio communication.
• Good knowledge of network technology and data communication.
• Knowledge of measurement technology and troubleshooting.
• Driving licenses, Nautical qualifications, Driver's certificates.
• Completed military service or basic military training (GMU).
• Familiarity with the Armed Forces' equipment.
• Experience in technical installation.

Personal qualities

We are looking for someone who has a strong commitment, is service-oriented, positive, and solves tasks with high quality. You have the ability to follow technical instructions and descriptions and are keen to deliver a good final result regardless of the task. We prefer candidates who want to develop and further their education in their technical area. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Start date

The position is a permanent employment with a six-month probationary period. Start date according to agreement.

Other

The position is titled Telecommunications Engineer and the place of employment is Berga. Business trips and overnight stays in other locations may occur. Training for Masts and Towers will be conducted during the probationary period, which requires an approved medical examination.

Contact information

For inquiries about the position, please contact Section Manager: Henrik Wesslén via the switchboard at 08 - 788 75 00

Information about the recruitment process is provided by HR Officer: Sandra Assisi via the switchboard at 08 - 788 75 00

Union contacts FMTIS:

• SACO Agnetha Landquist
• OFR/S Martin Sparr
• OFR/O Heikki Videll
• SEKO Matz Felix

All can be reached via the switchboard at 019-393500

Application

Apply via www.forsvarsmakten.se/Jobba/Lediga-jobb/ (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/Jobba/Lediga-jobb/)

Application deadline: Welcome with your application by 2025-04-06. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter.

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

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

The Armed Forces' Telecommunications and Information Systems Command, FMTIS, ensures the Armed Forces' ability to communicate and lead - around the clock, all year round.

The unit has a collective responsibility for the Armed Forces' technical command systems that support military operations at sea, on land, and in the air - in Sweden and abroad. The unit has over 1,800 employees at more than 30 locations across the country. Read more at https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtis (https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtis)

Employment with us means placement in a security classification. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security review with a background check will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be placed in a war position and to serve abroad. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

To the application for employment, a CV and cover letter must be attached. If you proceed in the recruitment process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.