Soldier for Radio Platoon

Did you enjoy working in a team as a soldier and like being out in the field? Then a position with us might be right for you. F 16 is growing, and we are now looking for new colleagues who want to join us on our development journey! The Radio Platoon is seeking soldiers for support gunners, vehicle drivers, and communication roles.

About the Unit

The Sensor Company, part of the Air Force's Combat Control and Air Surveillance Battalion, is mobile and tasked with augmenting, complementing, and replacing infrastructure for air radio and radar with mobile systems. The company can quickly enhance radar coverage, air radio coverage, and communication at strategic points across the country.

Main Responsibilities

As a soldier in the Radio Platoon, you will be part of a group of soldiers and specialist officers. Your colleagues in the group consist of technicians, combat medics, vehicle drivers, support gunners, and high-altitude workers. Your group leader will be a specialist officer. Thus, there is high and diverse competence within the group, and opportunities for development are good in daily work. The group has significant freedom in how they solve their tasks.

The vehicle driver is responsible for transporting the platoon's technical systems on roads and in more complicated terrain. Training for higher driving license categories is included in the position. You will also gain basic knowledge of the platoon's specific systems and how they operate and are handled. You will have the opportunity to conduct physical training during work hours, both individually and collectively, and to influence the training and lead training sessions for others.

The daily operations are primarily conducted at Uppsala Garrison. However, the company's tasks may require the group to perform work anywhere in Sweden. During these assignments, you and your group often work far from other parts of the company.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Completed military basic training with a passing result
• Multitest 175 points, Field test 13:30 min
• Driving license category B

Personal Attributes

The company you are applying to is relatively small, where you will collaborate with all parts of the company. Thus, we are looking for individuals who have a positive view of people, enjoy working in small and close-knit groups, see opportunities, and want to contribute their skills towards a common goal. You also need to be able to work independently and take responsibility for your position and the group's shared equipment. You are prepared to further develop in the position to better contribute to the group's capabilities. You want to be involved in the decision-making process but also be loyal to decisions made. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Meritorious

• Driving licenses C & CE
• Wheel loader training
• Experience working with technical systems
• Vehicle mechanic
• Experience with support weapons

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the existing values. The 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: Fixed-term employment according to GSS/K agreement (6 years with the possibility of extension up to 12 years). The Armed Forces may apply a six-month probationary period.

Employment degree: Full-time

Work location: Uppsala

Working hours: Mainly daytime. Evening and weekend work may occur during training activities.

Start date: By agreement

Salary: We apply individual salary setting

Position: Military

For inquiries about the position, contact:

Recruiting manager, Fk Emma Ytterbom, Platoon leader Radio and Radio Link Platoon
Email: [email protected]

For information about the recruitment process, contact:

HR generalist Sara Blom
Email: [email protected]

Union representatives:

OFR/O Ärna, Josefine Granberg tel 0505-45 10 00 (switchboard no)
OFR/S, Daniel Modin, tel 0706-38 68 33
SACO, Oscar Moberg, tel 072-984 84 53
SEKO, Åsa Karlsson, tel 076-649 23 95

Application Deadline

Welcome to submit your application by 2026-01-26. Your application should include at least a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position.

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

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

The Uppland Air Wing, F 16, is headquartered at Uppsala Garrison. The unit is part of the Swedish Air Force and is responsible for the operation and surveillance of Uppsala Airport as well as training conscripts in various positions within the Air Force. The unit also leads the 161st Combat Control and Air Surveillance Battalion, which directs combat aircraft in the air and manages the constant surveillance of Swedish airspace. The unit operates from several locations across the country and is an important part of the growth period that the Air Force is undergoing.

In the Armed Forces, there is a strong value foundation based 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 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 also includes an obligation to be placed in wartime. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

When applying for employment, a CV and a personal 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.