Technical Systems Leader at the Swedish Armed Forces

Would you feel proud to play a crucial role in strengthening Sweden's defense? Are you interested in collaborating with competent and committed colleagues to ensure the Swedish Armed Forces' operation and development of command and IT systems? Are you motivated by change work? Then the position of Technical Systems Leader with us might be for you. Welcome with your application!

The Technical and Maintenance Office Command Systems (TVK Ledsyst) in Enköping consists of about 190 employees across seven departments. The unit's main task is the management of the Armed Forces' command and information systems throughout their life cycle, from development to decommissioning, during war, crisis, and peace. The Armed Forces and the unit are experiencing strong growth, which leads us to face new challenges and assignments.

Main Responsibilities

In the role of Technical Systems Leader, you will belong to the Signals Protection Section within the Secure Systems Department. A section of five employees, which will grow and develop in line with the Armed Forces' increasing needs. The area of responsibility related to the role is technical systems for signals protection within total defense.

Main tasks include:

• Monitoring material management in storage within signals protection
• Planning, directing, and ordering maintenance from maintenance providers
• Maintenance follow-up
• Monitoring change management activities
• Coordinating referral management of technical documents
• Supporting other functions related to the area of responsibility
• Reporting back within the area of responsibility

You report to the section manager.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Academic education with a focus on logistics, economics, IT/technology, systems science, or equivalent, alternatively long experience with corresponding knowledge acquired in other ways, within or outside the Armed Forces.
• Experience in management governance
• Material knowledge of the various signals protection systems
• Experience working with technical orders within the material area
• Knowledge of material and storage management of signals protection, such as repairs, replacement units, spare parts, disposals, etc.
• Good ability to communicate orally and in writing in Swedish and English
• Driving license B

Personal Qualities

To fit and thrive in this position, you need to have drive and commitment. You should be able to work independently under your own responsibility, but also enjoy collaborating with others.

Your communication style is straightforward and clear. You are meticulous, have good planning skills, and a high awareness of quality. Since the work can sometimes be intense, you need to be able to structure and prioritize your work. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities and suitability.

DESIRABLE

• Experience working within the Armed Forces, FMV, or other government agencies
• Experience working with signals protection material
• Experience in budgeting and financial follow-up
• Experience with accounting systems LIFT and Prio
• Experience in ILS (Integrated Logistic Support)

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is assumed 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 starting with a six-month probationary period for those who are not already employed in the Armed Forces.
Employment rate: Full-time.
Work location: Enköping. Travel in service may occur.
Civil position.
Start date by agreement.

Inquiries about the position

Section Manager Signals Protection Section Camilla Ridesjö can be reached via the switchboard at 010-825 70 00.

Information about the recruitment process

HR Administrator Lina Nilsson can be reached via the switchboard at 010-825 70 00.

Union Representatives

• Saco-S – Agnetha Landquist
• SEKO – Matz Felix
• OFR/S – Martin Sparr
• OFR/O, OF – Heikki Videll

All can be reached via the switchboard at 010-825 70 00.

Application

Welcome with your application by 2026-01-19. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter where you motivate why you are suitable for this position and answer the specified selection questions.

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

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

The Armed Forces' telecommunications and information systems unit, FMTIS, ensures the Armed Forces' ability to communicate and lead - around the clock, all year round.

The unit has a collective responsibility for the Armed Forces' technical command systems that support military operations at sea, on land, and in the air - in Sweden and abroad. The unit has nearly 2000 employees at more than 32 locations across the country. Read more at https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtis

Employment with us implies placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security check with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be assigned to war and to serve abroad. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

To the application for employment, a CV and a personal letter must be attached. If you proceed in the employment process, verified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.