Research Position in Electronic Warfare against Radar Systems

FOI, the Total Defence Research Institute, is one of Europe's leading institutes for applied research in defense and security. FOI is an authority under the Ministry of Defence, tasked with conducting research, method and technology development, and investigations for total defense, as well as supporting disarmament, non-proliferation, and international security. Our operations are primarily commissioned by the Government Offices, the Armed Forces, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV), and the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB). At FOI, we have approximately 1400 employees, of which over 1000 work directly with research and development. Our competencies span the entire field from natural sciences and technology to social sciences and political science.

Have you completed your PhD and have an interest in radar systems? Do you want to make a difference for Sweden's defense and security by working with applied research? Then FOI could be your new workplace! We offer a balanced work life, a developing work environment, and a socially important job!

About the Position

As a researcher, you will conduct applied research in the field of electronic warfare against radar systems. Your work will cover several parts of the development chain, including theoretical analyses, model development, participation in field trials, system testing, as well as the preparation of reports and presentations for our clients. You will have the opportunity to tailor your tasks based on your background and interests to ensure they match both your skills and ambitions.

About the Unit

You will be part of the unit for Electronic Warfare against Radar Systems, which belongs to the Electronic Warfare department. Electronic warfare is an important research area that involves gaining an advantage in the use of the electromagnetic spectrum. The goal is to detect and extract information from the opponent's radar signals and to disrupt their sensors, while also protecting one's own sensors from the opponent's electronic warfare.

Do you have the competence profile we need?

Requirements

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following:

• have a doctoral degree in electrical engineering, technical physics, signal processing, applied mathematics, or another relevant field assessed as equivalent
• have experience in signal processing and data analysis
• have experience working with computational programs such as Matlab, Python, R
• have a good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in Swedish and English

To succeed in this role, we see that you are self-driven, proactive, and creative. The work is project-based, which means you need to have good collaboration skills and enjoy working in various project groups. We place great emphasis on your personal qualities.

Meritorious

It is advantageous if you have previous experience with radar, electronic warfare, antennas, and microwave technology.

What do we offer you?

The Total Defence Research Institute (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defense and security to support Sweden's military and civil defense. We offer a unique workplace where you can work on what is important for total defense and society as a whole. The research is applied both within defense authorities and among civilian actors and plays a crucial role in building a relevant and effective defense capability.

We consciously work for a good work environment with a good balance between work and private life. In addition, we offer a range of benefits. Read more about what it is like to work with us: Work with us (https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html)

The position is a permanent employment that may begin with a six-month probationary period.

Do you want to help seek answers for a safer world?

Welcome with your application in the form of a CV and cover letter via the application button no later than April 4, 2025.

For more information about the position, please contact Mathias Wilow. Union representatives are Ulf Sterner (Saco-S) and Pernilla Bergfeldt (OFR/S – ST). All can be reached at 08-555 030 00.

As the position is classified, Swedish citizenship is required. A security clearance with a background check will be conducted prior to employment in accordance with the Security Protection Act (2018:585). For the security clearance, certified copies of relevant education and service certificates will be requested.

FOI is an authority, and submitted application documents become public records that may be disclosed to external parties upon request in accordance with the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act.

Offers from recruitment companies are not welcomed.