Special Logistics Group (SLG)

is the operational logistics resource within the Swedish Armed Forces Special Operations Forces (FMSF) with tasks in areas such as logistics management, host nation support, supply chain management, transport services, and technical services at operational and tactical levels. SLG is also developing capabilities in unmanned systems for FMSF logistics needs. SLG operates across the entire conflict spectrum with both national and international missions alongside other parts of FMSF. SLG has representation in both Örebro and Skövde.

Work with the Special Forces - Swedish Armed Forces

Main Responsibilities

As a second pilot/technician on logistics-UAV at SLG, you will work in a changing environment where material and method development is initially the focus. Your primary role is to support the UAV pilot throughout the entire chain from mission planning and preparation to execution and post-mission analysis. You will also have significant responsibility for corrective and preventive maintenance. You should also be able to conduct flight missions to support or replace the UAV pilot. In the long term, once your unit is established, you will operate during both missions and exercises in Sweden and abroad. Flexibility and precision combined with a good technical understanding are prerequisites for achieving expected results.

After the selection process, you will initially undergo a training phase for several months before joining one of our operational units.

Qualifications

• completed basic training/ conscription/ GMU at the time of employment
• preliminary grades accepted at the time of application
• driver's license B
• Swedish citizenship

Medical Requirements

• no serious allergies
• no diseases requiring continuous or recurring medication/treatment
• no need for medication that could affect the performance of the duties or lead to acute deterioration in health
• good vision regarding color, glare, darkness, and strabismus
• good visual acuity, correction allowed
• meet hearing requirements for sensitive radio traffic

Meritorious

• previous service in a UAV unit
• previous service in a logistics unit
• previous service in the technical service branch
• previous service as a communications technician/system technician or equivalent
• driver's license or military driver's certificate for heavy vehicles
• completed international mission
• good ability to express oneself verbally and in writing in Swedish and English

Personal Qualities

To thrive with us, you should have good social skills, be perceived as secure and stable, and find it easy to collaborate in a team. You must also be stress-resistant, show good initiative, and be comfortable working independently.

Selection

Those deemed suitable after the application process will be invited to selection tests. The selection tests are divided into two parts and will take place over a total of about seven days at the end of March and in April 2026. The first part is a field-based component lasting three days. Those deemed suitable after the first part will be invited to a second part where primarily the personal, psychological, and medical profiles are tested. Information about working hours, travel, and equipment will be provided in connection with a possible invitation to the selection test.

Other

The position is full-time, permanent, with a start date of 2026-08-01 and training beginning on 2026-08-03. The position involves recurring business trips both domestically and internationally.

Work location Örebro or Skövde.

Application

Applications should be written in Swedish and include a CV, cover letter, a photo, contact details for at least two references, and attached copies of relevant civilian and military certificates/grades/service assessments, including at least high school grades, certificates from GU, and function-specific training.

Upon submission of the application, records and results from previous applications may be reviewed. Applications will be reviewed continuously while the position is open for applications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The deadline for applications is 2026-01-16. Questions about the position can be emailed to: [email protected]

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

The Swedish Armed Forces Special Operations Forces

is a military strategic resource that increases the number of possible courses of action. An operation with the special forces is characterized by a high impact on the security policy level. This may involve, for example, rescuing or freeing Swedish citizens in international service or gathering intelligence. Within the special forces, we strive for simplicity in both planning and execution, unpredictability through unconventional methods, and determination, precision, and decisiveness. The readiness is high, and the personnel are specially selected, trained, and equipped to meet their tasks.

Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect other people's lives, both in large and small ways, and both at home and around the world.

The Swedish Armed Forces offers you the opportunity to develop as a person and grow in your professional role. We are a responsible employer with an open organization where we support each other.

The Swedish Armed Forces has 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 Swedish Armed Forces harnesses the qualities that diversity and gender balance bring to the organization. We therefore welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences in our recruitment.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security check with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment also includes an obligation to be placed in wartime. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

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

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.