About the Squadron

The State Flight Squadron conducts strategic air transport with the mission to transport the head of state and the country's highest civilian and military leadership. The flight operations are carried out every day of the year to all corners of the world with high demands on availability and safety.

The squadron is now entering an intensive and exciting development phase. In 2026, we will transition from the current air transport system TP102 to the newer system TP106 - Global 6500.

At the same time, there is a clear direction for our operations to grow in order to eventually serve as the platform for the Armed Forces' next generation airborne command and reconnaissance capability with S106 - Global Eye.

We are now looking for someone who wants to help build this organization from the ground up – a journey that broadens today's strategic flight operations with both an operational and tactical role in air defense.

Main Responsibilities

As an aircraft technician, you will belong to the Aircraft Maintenance Platoon, which is responsible for the squadron's fleet of aircraft. Your main responsibilities will be preventive and corrective maintenance on Aircraft 106 (Global 6000/6500). As an aircraft technician, you will work individually or together in a group where the head of the aircraft maintenance platoon will lead you.

The position includes participation in exercises and further training in your area as an aircraft technician.

Qualifications

• Approved high school diploma
• SE EMAR-66 Aircraft Technician Certificate B1 or B2
• Authorization for Global 6000/6500
• Class B driver's license for manual transmission
• Swedish citizenship and approved security and background check

Personal Qualities

We prefer that you have a technical background or a genuine interest in technology/mechanics. You should be able to collaborate easily with others. Being flexible and creative are valuable traits. We have a strong focus on safety in our work and naturally see you as part of that. To solve your tasks effectively, you also need to be self-sufficient.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Meritorious

• PART-66 Aircraft Technician Certificate B1 or B2
• Military modules
• Class C driver's license
• Good language skills in English

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is required that all employees act according to the values that exist. 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 form: Permanent employment. The Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period.
Employment rate: Full-time
Work location: Uppsala
Start date: By agreement
Employment category: Civil position
The position requires physical and mental ability, participation in business trips, participation in training, and exercises in the war organization. Since both the position and tasks are linked to a war organization, you will also be placed in our organization in a war capacity. This means, among other things, that you will receive training on what is expected of you in a heightened state of readiness.

Contact Persons

If you would like to know more about the position, please contact Magnus Authén at phone 0505-45 10 00 (switchboard).

Union Representatives

Officers' Union OFR/O, Jan Möller
Defense Union OFR/S, Per Gunnarsson
SACO, Ulf Svensson
SEKO, Erling Svensson
All can be reached via the switchboard at phone 0510-47 70 00

Application

Welcome with your application by 2026-02-02. Your application should include 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:

Skaraborg Air Wing is a versatile and unique air wing. Here you will find combat aircraft as well as the Armed Forces' collective resource of transport and special aviation. We conduct basic and position training of conscripted recruits and train all Swedish and foreign Gripen pilots. The unit also participates in many missions. In Sweden, operations are conducted in Såtenäs, Malmen, Arlanda, and Karlsborg. Abroad, we are responsible for Gripen support in Thailand and for the Swedish personnel at the international transport air cooperation Heavy Airlift Wing in Hungary.
Please read more at https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/f7 (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/f7)

Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect other people's lives, both in large and small ways, 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 means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required.
Security screening with background checks will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. With employment comes an obligation to be placed in a war capacity. The nature of this varies depending on the type of position.

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

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.