Assistant Project Manager for Marine Command Systems

Do you want to help shape the future of marine command systems and strengthen Sweden's security? As an assistant project manager at FMV, you will work closely with experts, be involved in driving innovative projects, and take an active role in realizing solutions that make a real difference.

Job Responsibilities

As an assistant project manager in our unit, you will assist the project manager in leading projects and sub-projects within marine command systems on vessels. This may involve procuring new systems and maintaining older ones in areas such as navigation, communication, sensors, and combat management systems. Project teams will consist of 5-15 participants, each with their unique expertise.

Your responsibilities will include assisting in planning, leading, developing, and following up on the project work carried out in the project teams, as well as supporting the follow-up of finances and procurements in the project. You will also step in as project manager when the regular one is absent.

You will analyze, evaluate, and report on project documents and provide recommendations for decisions. This role has many points of contact, both internally within FMV and with suppliers and other stakeholders.

The position is based in Stockholm. Travel is a natural part of the job, both domestically and internationally.

We are looking for you

You have an academic degree or other relevant education that we consider equivalent. Furthermore, you have project management training or equivalent skills acquired in another way that has given you good knowledge of project management. You also have good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

We view it positively if you have relevant and current experience as a project manager or from another supervisory role. Experience with project planning tools, such as MS Project, is also an advantage. Experience in negotiations is also meritorious. We also appreciate if you have previously worked in a government agency within the defense sector.

As a person, you work well with others and facilitate dialogue smoothly. You can maintain your composure and focus on the right things even when the situation is stressful. Furthermore, you take initiative, start activities, and achieve results. You plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively but can also adapt to changing circumstances and see opportunities in changes.

We place great importance on personal qualities.

FMV – Defence Materiel Administration

At FMV, you contribute to making Sweden and the world safer. We are tasked with providing the Swedish Armed Forces with the latest technology and knowledge so they can defend our country and our allies. Together with competent and dedicated colleagues, you will help develop and procure what sometimes does not yet exist. You drive the development all the way from needs to delivery. From idea to reality.

The Marine business area is responsible for acquiring, maintaining, and decommissioning equipment for the Armed Forces in the marine area. The business area participates in research and technology development projects and is also responsible for export support and participating in international collaborations.

At FMV, you are offered a secure employment with good benefits:

• Professional development and career opportunities
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work as far as the job allows
• Occupational pension and wellness allowance

Read more about FMV as an employer and the benefits we offer on our website: Work at FMV.

Do you want to help develop the future of defense? Welcome with your application by 2026-01-19. We look forward to your application!

Good to know

• You apply by attaching your CV in Swedish, clearly describing how you meet the requested qualifications and merits. For a more inclusive recruitment process, we do not accept any personal letters.
• We recruit based on competence and assess candidates based on the role's requirements for experience, skills, and personal qualities.
• In the selection process, we may conduct tests and work samples with the support of an external provider.
• Our union representatives are OFR/O Henry Joona, OFR/S Madeleine Lithander, Saco Stefan Hållander, and Seko Peter Andersson. All can be reached at phone 08-782 4000 (FMV Switchboard).
• If you have questions, please contact the recruiting manager Magnus Berg or deputy manager Anna-Karin Petruson via our switchboard 08-782 40 00. For questions regarding the recruitment process, contact recruiter Åsa Strömhielm at [email protected]

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To work with us, you need to be a Swedish citizen and undergo a security clearance in accordance with the security protection law. We apply a probationary period and as an employee, you will be placed based on the needs of total defense. Applications for the position are only accepted via FMV's website or registry. We have made our selection and therefore decline the sale of advertising and recruitment services.