Passionate Teacher in Human Factors Wanted

Are you a passionate teacher in Human Factors who is eager to make a difference and has an interest in military technology? The Education Unit is now looking for an engaged and driven individual who wants to teach the subject of Human Factors in an inspiring way.

Job Description:

The position is located at the Education Unit within the Subject Section, FMTS Halmstad. The Subject Section also educates in the areas of Military Technology, Physical Combat Value, Pedagogy, Human Factors, and Military Science.

In the role of Human Factors teacher, you will educate specialist officers (SO) with a technical focus, as well as personnel from other branches of the Armed Forces. You will ensure compliance with the specific requirements that exist within defense-related activities.

Main Responsibilities:

Plan, implement, and develop the Human Factors education within the Armed Forces.

This includes, among other things:

• Planning, implementation, and follow-up of Human Factors education
• Development of existing course plans and design of course descriptions for the subject of Human Factors for officer training and position training (YBK)
• Development of interactive teaching methods
• Active participation in the development of subject-related activities

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications:

• SO 7
• Good insight and understanding of the military profession
• Good ability to express yourself in Swedish speech and text
• Driver's license B

Personal Qualities

You have the ability to translate theories in Human Factors into practical contexts. You are flexible and find solutions to challenges that arise in teaching. You always strive to improve the quality of education. You are outgoing and easy to collaborate with. You take initiative, show high engagement, and are used to working independently and under your own responsibility. In the selection process, great emphasis will be placed on your personal qualities and suitability.

MERITORIOUS

• Experience in risk analysis and human-system interfaces
• Experience with applicable standards and regulations within the Armed Forces
• FSO/Air Technical Training (EMAR-SE)
• You have a good understanding of the military profession

For inquiries about the position, please contact:

Major Björn Andersson, Head of the Subject Section FMTS. Email: bjorn.m.andersson@mil.se (mailto:bjorn.m.andersson@mil.se)

Union Representatives (can be reached via switchboard at 08-788 75 00):

• HSOF: Anders Norén
• OFR-S: Roland Kramer
• SEKO: Jörgen Jansson
• SACO: Håkan Eliasson

Other:

Employment form: Officer (SO 7) permanent full-time.
Work location: Halmstad.
Working hours: Daytime, evening and weekend work may occur.
You will undertake occasional travel in the position.
Estimated start date: As soon as possible or by agreement.

Applications for employment must include a CV and a cover letter. 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.

Application Deadline:

We welcome your application no later than 2025-05-04.

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

The Swedish Armed Forces Technical School, FMTS, with its main location in Halmstad, is a logistics unit where technology is at the center. The unit's activities are based on four pillars – development, education, workshop, and war unit production. For the Armed Forces units to operate, they need functioning materials, and FMTS plays an important role in this.

FMTS has a functional responsibility for the technical service within the Armed Forces, which includes following technological developments to anticipate future needs and also to propose changes and improvements.

There are exciting development opportunities for those who are technically interested, both at a basic and very advanced level. FMTS educates officers, specialist officers, and civilian employees in technical service across all branches of the Armed Forces. In addition, soldiers are trained in logistics.

FMTS operates throughout Sweden, from Revingehed in the south to Boden in the north. Every day and every hour, our employees make efforts that affect other people's lives, both in big and small ways, both at home and around the world.

The Armed Forces have 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.

The Armed Forces utilize the qualities that diversity and gender balance bring to the organization. Therefore, we welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences in our recruitments. Employment with us means placement in a security class. Typically, Swedish citizenship is required. A security clearance with a background check 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 duties. The nature of this obligation varies depending on the type of position.

Applications for employment must include a CV and a cover letter. If you proceed in the hiring process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.