The Position Offers

As a technical officer within Technical System Support, you will play a central role in strengthening the technical capabilities of the units. You will work closely with the operations, lead training, and provide technical support that directly impacts K 3's ability to fulfill its tasks — in everyday life, during exercises, and in missions.

This is a position for you who want to work with advanced systems, deepen your technical expertise, and actively contribute to the development of technical services at K 3. You will be part of an experienced team where quality, collaboration, and professionalism are key values.

The work is varied, independent, and offers excellent opportunities to grow in the role of a specialist in one of our focus areas: vehicles, weapons, optics, or communications.

About the Department

The Technical Department (TekA) belongs to the Logistics Unit (LogE) and is responsible for the ongoing technical maintenance of the garrison. The department provides technical expert support to the units through training, system support, and advice on material and functional issues.

TekA consists of two sections:

• Technical Customer Reception (TKM): responsible for customer contact, planning maintenance, and operating the care facility.
• Technical System Support (TSS): works with training, operational support, supervision, and repairs – and supports the units during exercises and in daily operations.

About the Section

As a technical officer at TSS, you will work with some of the military's most central material systems on the ground arena. You are expected to have a good technical understanding, experience interpreting maintenance processes, and experience working in PRIO and LIFT or a willingness to quickly develop such competence.

TSS is responsible for:

• Training within technical services
• Functional management at squadron and battalion level
• Technical services during exercises
• Troop repairs and technical operational support
• Repairs and supervision within ground systems

In this position, you will have the opportunity to specialize in your technical area and contribute to developing routines, working methods, and technical training within the garrison.

Main Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and conduct training within technical services
• Manage and follow up information in the support systems PRIO and LIFT
• Support other units within the garrison
• Conduct technical operational support and functional management within your area
• Participate in exercises and field operations
• Contribute to the development of technical methods and processes within the section

Requirements

Qualifications

• Approved SOU with a technical focus
• B driver's license (manual transmission)
• Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish and English
• Good computer skills, including the Office suite

Meritorious

• Experience with PRIO and LIFT
• C driver's license
• Experience in technical services at squadron/company/battalion level

Personal Qualities

You are a driven, structured, and solution-oriented specialist with a good ability to work both independently and in teams. You adapt easily to changes, remain calm under pressure, and take responsibility for delivering high-quality work.

You have an unpretentious attitude and contribute to a professional and positive work environment. Personal suitability is highly valued.

Other

Employment type: Permanent. The Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those who are not employed within the authority.

Position: Technical Officer TSS

Level: OR5–7

Employment rate: Full-time

Work location: Karlsborg

Start date: By agreement, earliest 2026-03-01

Evening and weekend work may occur

Contact

For questions about the position:
Henrik Nyberg, Head of Technical Department – 070-391 59 01

For questions about the recruitment process:
Carl-Olov Lannemyr, HR Generalist – 0709-74 08 90

Union Representatives

OFR/O, [email protected]

SACO, Annelee Karlström, 0505 45 10 00 (switchboard)

OFR/S, Mikael Ekelund, 0505 45 10 00 (switchboard)

SEKO, Jon Sjöberg, 0505 45 10 00 (switchboard)

Application

Please send your application by 2026-02-02. Selection is ongoing.
Your application should include:

• Personal letter explaining why you are suitable for the position
• CV with at least two references
• Copies of grades
• Certificates of relevant education and experience
• Copy of driver's license
• Any military qualifications and driving permits

Welcome with your application – and contribute to a stronger defense through your technical expertise.

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

The Life Regiment Hussars, K 3, has fast and effective units and a long experience in the intelligence field. K 3 trains a ranger battalion and an intelligence battalion.

The ranger battalion is a unit with high mobility that should be able to be the first on-site for a mission. The intelligence battalion delivers intelligence by using advanced technology, personnel on the ground, and unmanned aerial vehicles (RPAS).

At K 3, there is also the Armed Forces' survival school and the Aviation Unit, which is responsible for remotely piloted aircraft systems and military parachuting. Support functions such as the Garrison Unit and the Logistics Unit are also present. Please read more on this page.

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

The 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.

Employment with us implies placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security review with a background check will be conducted prior to 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.

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