Civil Aircraft Technician Cat. B1 for Helicopter Maintenance

Applicant Unit:

2. The Helicopter Maintenance Section, which conducts maintenance on Helicopter 15 (Agusta 109 LUHS) and Helicopter 16 (UH-60M Black Hawk), is seeking new technicians as we are in a growth phase.

Main Responsibilities:

As a helicopter technician, you will perform maintenance on Helicopter 15 and 16. You will work in a service team that carries out maintenance tasks of varying complexity. The tasks involve line and base maintenance, including troubleshooting and corrective maintenance, as well as calendar and flight time maintenance. The position also includes other operationally related tasks, such as participation in exercises. You will work both independently and in teams, sometimes alongside personnel from the aircraft maintenance companies. The position may involve training for various specialist competencies such as NDI/NDT, welding, composites, etc.

The work will involve some travel within Sweden and may also include work abroad.

You will be assigned to military service and receive basic soldier training lasting approximately three weeks. All personnel within the Armed Forces have an overseas obligation, meaning you may be called to serve in another country.

Qualifications:

• Valid certificate according to EASA part 66 and/or EMAR part 66. Alternatively, B1 COR from an approved part 147 training.
• Experience in Aircraft/Helicopter Maintenance.
• Good knowledge of English.
• You will undergo a security clearance with a background check.

Desirable Qualifications:

• EASA part 66 certificate B1:3, B2.
• Documented part 145 practice of at least two years.
• If you only hold B1.1, an approved M12 is desirable but not a requirement as we will provide you the opportunity to complete M12 during working hours.
• EMAR certificate.
• Type course HKP15 and/or HKP1.
• Training in the follow-up system FENIX.

Personal Attributes:

You are meticulous, driven, and engaged, with a strong focus on safety. You work independently under your own responsibility, and your ability to collaborate is good. You are flexible and open to tasks in other areas than your area of expertise. Good physical ability is required, as you will have the opportunity for three hours of physical activity during work hours each week. Personal suitability will be highly valued.

For inquiries about the position, please contact:

Martin Ohlén, Head of 2nd Helicopter Maintenance Section

Union Representatives:

SACO: Anneli Hermansson
SECO: Urban Hellqvist
OFRS: Christoffer Willers
OFRO: Mats Häggström

All can be reached via the switchboard: 013-28 30 00

Other:

Employment Type: Permanent position with a six-month probationary period
Category: Civil

Work Location: Linköping
Salary: Individual salary setting applies.

Estimated start date/commencement according to agreement.

Application Deadline:

Welcome with your application no later than 2025-05-31

Your application should include:

• Personal letter (please indicate a salary request in your application)
• CV with references, at least two references should be provided
• Certificates from completed education and proof of qualifications/certificates

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 Helicopter Wing is a unit with both land and maritime operational focus that can operate in missions in Sweden and internationally.

Helicopter support is requested by many, for example for personnel, material, or medical transport, command, reconnaissance, or surveillance missions. The Helicopter Wing often participates in missions and exercises with other units, as well as providing support to society in various crisis situations.

Operating throughout Sweden, the breadth of tasks and the size of the wing with over 950 employees provide variety in work and opportunities for personal development. The majority of the Helicopter Wing is located in Linköping (Malmen), where we also manage Malmen Airport and Linköping Garrison, with two large units in Luleå (Kallax) and Ronneby (Kallinge).

Read more at https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/hkpflj (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/hkpflj)

Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect the lives of others, both in large 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 programs, 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 clearance with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be assigned to military service. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

CV and personal letter must be attached to the application for employment. If you proceed in the hiring process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.