Engineer 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 agency under the Ministry of Defence, tasked with conducting research, method and technology development, and investigations for total defense and in support of disarmament, non-proliferation, and international security. Our operations are commissioned primarily by the Government Offices, the Armed Forces, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV), and the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB). At FOI, we have about 1400 employees, of which more than 1000 work directly with research and development. Our competencies span the entire field from natural sciences and technology to social and political sciences.

Would you like to contribute to strengthening Sweden's defense and security by working with exciting technical challenges, development, and applied research, alongside engaged and experienced colleagues? 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

In the role of engineer, you will work with technology development and applied research in the area of electronic warfare against radar systems. You will play an important role in several technically challenging projects, with great opportunities to develop your skills. The unit continuously works with complex technical systems and conducts practical tests and experiments.

Our work environment is creative, the tasks are varied, and you will have the opportunity to test and develop your own ideas and methods to solve problems. Examples of tasks include:

• Development of test systems and prototypes for experiments in the radar field
• Participation in laboratory and field trials, as well as analysis and evaluation of the performance of technical systems
• Measurement and functional verification of systems in the radar area

About the Unit

You will be part of the Electronic Warfare Against Radar Systems unit, which belongs to the Electronic Warfare department. Electronic warfare is a very important research area for the Armed Forces. It involves gaining an advantage in the use of the electromagnetic spectrum. This can be achieved by detecting and extracting information from the opponent's signals and by generating signals that disrupt the opponent's sensors.

Do you have the skills we need?

Requirements

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

• Master's degree in electrical engineering or technical physics, or a field that FOI assesses as equivalent
• Experience in electronics design and embedded systems
• Knowledge of hardware-near programming in e.g., C++, VHDL
• Good knowledge of spoken and written Swedish

To succeed in the role, we see that you have good problem-solving and analytical skills. As a person, you are self-driven and structured. The work is project-based, which means you need to have good collaboration skills and enjoy working in different project groups. We place great importance on your personal qualities.

Meritorious

It is meritorious if you have experience in:

• Radar, microwave technology, antenna technology, or digital signal processing
• Knowledge of analog electronics
• Work in laboratory and development environments
• Development of embedded systems, real-time systems, and digital solutions

We want to make use of all your knowledge and interests, so please feel free to describe any other skills and interests you wish to continue developing with us.

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 have the opportunity to work on what is important for total defense and society as a whole. The research is applied both within defense authorities and with 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: https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html (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 be part of seeking answers for a safer world?

Welcome with your application in the form of a CV and cover letter via the application button by May 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 according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). For the security clearance, certified copies of relevant education and service certificates will be requested.

FOI is an agency where submitted application documents become public records that can be disclosed to outsiders upon request according to the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act.

Offers from recruitment companies are not welcome.