Satellite Communication Technician to NATO in Wesel

The Swedish Armed Forces are in an expansion phase and on a comprehensive growth journey. Here you have the opportunity to work in an engaged team where you can develop while contributing to the organization's development journey. Does this sound like something for you? Read on!

NATO Signal Battalion

The NATO Signal Battalion operates, supports, and maintains Deployable Communication Information Systems (DCIS) to enable command and control for deployed NATO headquarters and units during operations, missions, and exercises.

The Maintenance and Support Company (M&S Coy) is responsible for level 1 and level 2 CIS support of NATO DCIS and for level 1 and level 2 preventive and corrective maintenance of non-CIS equipment.

The Communications and Information Systems Platoon is responsible for communications and information systems (CIS) level 2/2 and CIS support for all CIS assets integrated into the battalion.

The Satellite Communications Section is responsible for operating and performing maintenance up to level 2 of satellite, radio, and Direct Line of Sight (DLOS), in support of NATO operations and exercises.

Responsible for level 2 maintenance and configuration of deployable satellite equipment, HF radio, DLOS, and other radio frequency systems.

As a satellite communication technician, you report to the section chief (SATCOM) or team leader (SATCOM Team 1), OR8.

The assignment is expected to last either 2 or 3 years.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance of SATCOM equipment, HF, DLOS, tactical radios, and other RF systems at deployed locations.
• Exercise technical control, installation, and repair of SATCOM terminals as well as configuration of HF and DLOS.

The position may require deployments within the entire NATO operational area as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• OR6 / OR7
• Experience in planning, operating, and monitoring various communication and information systems including the operation of carriers and shelters
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of FM Satcom, HF, and other communication equipment including multiplex technology
• Basic knowledge of digital technology
• Hold a full CE driver's license
• English – SLP 2222 (Listening, speaking, reading, writing)

Personal Attributes

The tasks are varied and require you to work independently but also assume that you can work under guidance. You should be agile in your communication with both colleagues and customers and have a security awareness. You are comfortable making decisions regarding your own work as well as the group's work and enjoy complex and non-routine tasks. The tasks require you to work methodically, analytically, and enjoy problem-solving.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

DESIRABLE

• All NATO SATCOM courses applicable to NCISG NSBs including but not limited to DSGT, TSGT, UTSGT, TACSAT (including next generation in the future). Level 2 desirable.
• All NATO RF courses applicable to NCISG NSBs including but not limited to HF radio, TACSAT, and DLOS. Level 2 desirable.
• CCC-SM-22206 – NATO C4ISR Orientation for Officers
• ETE-MW-3834 – NATO Orientation Course

For the authority's mission to be successful, all employees are expected to act according to the values that exist. The Swedish Armed Forces' values uphold the equal worth of all people, justice, and equality and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se).

OTHER

Employment type: URA

Employment degree: Full-time

Work location: Wesel, Germany. If necessary, the position may require work to be performed at another location within the entire NATO operational area at short notice.

Start date: August 1, 2025

Language: English – SLP 2222 (Listening, speaking, reading, writing)

Inquiries about the position

Marita Nolén, 010 825 73 03

Information about the recruitment process

Marita Nolén, 010 825 73 03

Union Representatives

• OFR/O, OF Enköping – Mikael Eriksson
• SACO – Carl-Johan Pettersson
• SEKO – Benny Augustsson
• OFR/S – Clarence Arnstedt

All union representatives can be contacted via the switchboard at 010-825 73 03.

Application

Welcome with your application by April 29, 2025. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position as well as answers to the specified selection questions.

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