Recruitment of Professional Officers to the 163rd Garrison Battalion

F 16 is responsible for the Uppsala garrison and the operation of Uppsala Airport. The wing is also responsible for monitoring Swedish airspace around the clock, all year round, and leads the Air Force's combat aircraft in the air. You will be part of a military organization undergoing significant change and development due to the geopolitical situation and Sweden's NATO membership.

About the Unit

Sweden's entry into NATO has created great opportunities for F 16, where the garrison serves as a strategically important point in NATO's logistics network. The main tasks of the 163rd Garrison Battalion are to support assigned units, lead the mobilization process, provide host nation support, and conduct training/capability development.

The 163rd Garrison Battalion consists of the Logistics Company, the Garrison Company, and soon the Training Company, which together create the conditions for assigned units to focus on their primary tasks.

• The Logistics Company's tasks mainly consist of supply (storage and handling of materials and supplies), transport, and technical services.
• The Garrison Company handles tasks related to, among other things, command, mobilization, medical care, and operational support.
• The Training Company will manage basic training and refresher training for the 16th wing's combat units and support assigned units with training assistance.

Main Responsibilities

The 163rd Garrison Battalion is now recruiting trained professional officers for several positions. As a professional officer in the battalion, your tasks may vary depending on the position, as they have different focuses, but all with the mission to develop the Uppsala garrison as a logistics node and be part of Sweden's total defense. Positions may include leadership roles or operational management, working as a specialist in a specific area, or leading processes within various functional areas. As the battalion evolves and tasks change, opportunities will arise to influence the development moving forward.

Examples of Vacant Positions

• Chief of Staff
• Commander of Service Platoon
• Commander of Supply Platoon
• Commander of TKM (Technical Customer Reception)
• Commander of Medical Platoon
• Deputy Commander of Transport and Fuel Platoon
• Deputy Commander of Supply Platoon
• Deputy Commander of Medical Platoon
• Logistics Officer/Commander
• Mobilization Officer
• Planning Officer/Commander
• Combat Control Officer (Battalion Staff)
• Traffic Safety Coordinator
• Operational Safety Officer/Commander
• Motor Officer
• K9 Officer

In the Armed Forces, we always work as a team. Our organization is based on cooperation, adaptability, and a shared responsibility for the whole. This means that we are all prepared to support each other, sometimes even outside our own areas of expertise and comfort zones. Therefore, as an employee, you may sometimes face new types of tasks. This is a natural part of working in the Armed Forces, which benefits both the agency and the employee's development, and you will never be given a task that you do not have the resources to handle.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Trained professional officer (specialist officer, tactical officer, or reserve officer)
• Good ability to express oneself verbally and in writing in Swedish/English

Personal Qualities

To thrive in this role, you need to feel comfortable in an environment that is constantly changing. You have a strong inner drive and a desire to contribute – not only to your own task but to the whole. You take initiative, collaborate naturally with others, and easily adapt when the direction changes. At the same time, you see the value in structure and clarity to create stability in what is being built. You are curious, engaged, and have a professional attitude towards both the mission and your colleagues, and you understand the importance of teamwork in a military context. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

DESIRABLE

• Relevant experience; we are looking for a wide range of different competencies
• Class B driver's license
• Good computer skills

Other

Employment type: Permanent. The Armed Forces may apply a six-month probationary period.
Employment rate: Full-time
Work location: Uppsala. F 16 also operates in other locations, which may involve occasional business trips.
Working hours: Mainly daytime. Evening and weekend work may occur during operations, activities, or as needed.
Start date: As soon as possible, by agreement
Salary: We apply individual salary setting
Position: Military
Other: Dogs are present in the workplace

Inquiries and Information about the Positions and Recruitment Process:

Email: [email protected]

Union Representatives

OFR/O Ärna, Josefine Granberg phone 0505-45 10 00 (switchboard number)
OFR/S, Daniel Modin, phone 0706-38 68 33
SACO, Oscar Moberg, phone 072-984 84 53
SEKO, Åsa Karlsson, phone 076-649 23 95

Application

Welcome with your application by 2026-01-19. 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:

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 monitoring 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 maintains constant surveillance of Swedish airspace. The unit operates from several different locations in the country and is an important part of the growth period that the Air Force is facing.

The Armed Forces have 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 initiatives, 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 prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment comes with an obligation to be placed in a war situation. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

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

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.