Material Area Manager for 5G

The Swedish Armed Forces are in a strong growth and development phase. To meet future demands for robust, secure, and accessible communication, we are now seeking a Material Area Manager for 5G, with a special focus on 5G Core, for our operations within command and information systems.

The Technology and Maintenance Office Command Systems (TVK Ledsyst) in Enköping consists of about 190 employees across seven departments. The main task of the unit is the management of the Swedish Armed Forces' command and information systems throughout their lifecycle, 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

The position of Material Area Manager involves responsibility for a defined technical material area within the Swedish Armed Forces' 5G expansion. You will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of the material, from needs analysis and requirements specification to implementation, maintenance, and decommissioning. The emphasis of the role is on 5G Core (5GC) and its functions in security-critical environments.

The work is carried out in close collaboration with other parts of the Armed Forces, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV), suppliers, and other authorities.

As a Material Area Manager, you will:

• Be responsible for the 5G material area with a focus on 5G Core including budget
• Develop, manage, and further develop technical requirements, architecture, and technical guidelines
• Participate in procurement and acquisition in collaboration with the Armed Forces, FMV, industry, and other authorities
• Follow and analyze technological developments within 5G Core, including service-based architecture
• Ensure technical integration between 5G Core, radio access networks, transport networks, and support systems
• Support implementation, testing, verification, and maintenance of systems including coverage enhancement
• Contribute technical expertise to projects, studies, and investigations

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• University or engineering degree in a relevant technical field, or equivalent competence acquired in another way
• Experience working with mobile networks and communication systems
• Good knowledge of mobile network architecture and functions
• Experience in technical requirements specification and documentation
• Good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in Swedish and English

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is structured, analytical, and has a good overall perspective. You have the ability to independently drive issues within your area of responsibility and collaborate well with others. You are solution-oriented and have good communication skills. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

MERITORIOUS

• Experience working with 4G/5G in security-critical or essential systems
• Knowledge of virtualization, cloud-based, and containerized network functions
• Experience collaborating with authorities or working in the public sector
• Knowledge of IT and information security

Other

Employment type: Permanent position. The Armed Forces apply a six-month probationary period for those not employed by the authority. Employment rate: Full-time. Work location: Enköping, unless otherwise agreed. Travel in service may occur. Civil position. Start date according to agreement.

Inquiries about the position

Section Manager Carl Nauclér can be reached via the switchboard at 010-825 10 00.

Information about the recruitment process

HR Administrator Lina Nilsson can be reached via the switchboard at 010-825 10 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 10 00.

Application

Welcome with your application by 2026-02-09. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position and answers to the specified selection questions.

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

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

The Swedish 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 (https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtis)

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

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

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.