Job Advertisement: Researcher in Pyrotechnics and Explosive Materials

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. The research spans several areas, including underwater, cyber defense, space, electronic warfare, sensor systems, civil defense, CBRNe (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive materials), military platforms including weapons and protection, as well as security policy analysis. FOI's research plays a key role in building Sweden's defense capability.

Are you curious about exploring advanced pyrotechnics and explosive materials for real? Do you want to be involved in developing and testing innovative experimental setups from idea to finished solution? 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

Your tasks will include conducting experimental activities with pyrotechnic charges, both in laboratory environments and at special testing facilities. The work is project-based for both national and international clients. The work encompasses the entire process from theoretical preparation to the construction and setup of complete experimental setups. This also involves formulating and developing various types of pyrotechnic and explosive charges, as well as performing sensitivity tests to assess their properties and safety levels. Various analytical instruments will be used for determination and characterization. An important part of the role is also to carefully document and evaluate results from all conducted experiments. You will present the research through reports, articles, and presentations, both internally and to clients or at conferences.

About the Unit

You will belong to the Explosives Applications unit, which is part of the Weapons, Protection, and Security department, located in Grindsjön, south of Stockholm. The unit conducts research on synthesis, process development, formulation, and analysis of explosive materials and pyrotechnics, both from a civil and military perspective. The department as a whole conducts research, development, and testing activities, primarily to support the Armed Forces' capability for armed combat. The department is organized into three areas of activity - Energetic Systems and Electromagnetic Weapons, Weapon Effects, and Effects and Vulnerability. Protection and effect are central to the Armed Forces' operations, and the expertise is also relevant to support the civil society's need for protection. The research ranges from physical and chemical phenomena to solutions in the form of complex technical systems. The close access to shooting ranges and explosive material classified laboratories is a prerequisite for the entire operation where theory and experiments interact.

The picturesque Grindsjön is located on Södertörn, about 40 km south of Stockholm. There are SL bus connections with Tumba, Västerhaninge, and Ösmo/Nynäshamn. You will be part of unit xx belonging to the Weapons, Protection, and Security department.

Do you have the competence profile we need?

Requirements

• Master's degree in chemistry, materials science, or equivalent education
• Very good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written
• Driver's license B

To succeed in the role, it is important that you are meticulous and have a strong safety awareness, as the work involves handling hazardous materials. You should be technically interested, self-driven, and proactive, while also having good collaboration skills and being able to work structured and carefully in all tasks.

Meritorious

It is meritorious if you have:

• Experience in pyrotechnics
• Good laboratory experience
• Experience with CAD
• Experience with control systems and automation technology

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 will 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 among civil 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 start with a six-month probationary period.

Do you want to help find answers for a safer world?

Welcome with your application in the form of a CV and cover letter via the application button no later than January 16!

For more information about the position, please contact Elis Erbing. Union representatives are Matilda Ågren (Saco-S) and Magnus Lindström (OFR/S - ST at FOI). All can be reached at 08-555 030 00.

As the employment is placed in a security class, Swedish citizenship is required. A security review with a background check will be conducted before employment according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). For the security review, certified copies of relevant education and service certificates will be requested.

FOI is an authority, and submitted application documents become public documents that can be disclosed to third parties upon request according to the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act.

Offers from recruitment companies are not welcome.