Deputy Material Area Manager (Deputy MOA) in Signal Protection

Would you feel proud to play a crucial role in strengthening Sweden's defense? Are you motivated by change processes? Then the position of Deputy Material Area Manager (Deputy MOA) in Signal Protection with us might be for you!

FMTIS Technical and Maintenance Office Command and Control Systems (TVK Ledsyst) in Enköping and Stockholm consists of approximately 190 employees across seven departments. The unit's main task is the procurement and management of the 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 means we need you!

Main Responsibilities

In the role of Deputy MOA, you will have delegated responsibility within the framework of the material area of signal protection. You are expected to independently drive material and coordination processes regarding the Armed Forces' supply of signal protection in close collaboration with the Material Area Manager.

The Deputy MOA primarily works on the following tasks:

• Identifying future needs, ensuring long-term technical capability, and preparing central decisions for the entire lifecycle
• Formulating guidelines for maintenance, operation, and support
• Leading the work with the material plan (MP) and investment plan (IP) for the assigned area
• Leading the work in the concept, development, and production phases of material systems
• Ensuring agreed availability, performance, and cost-effectiveness during operation

The work is carried out in close collaboration with the MOA, Design Responsible (DesignA), the representative of the owner (ÄFR), and the appointed supplier (Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) or others), as well as relevant defense branches/forces (FG/SK), the Ministry of Defence, and maintenance providers, both nationally and internationally.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in managing IT systems in large organizations
• Experience in coordination in leadership positions, e.g., project management, line management, or process leadership
• Good knowledge of requirements specification for technical systems, primarily on the needs side
• Academic education in engineering/IT/system science or equivalent experience assessed by the employer
• Good ability to express oneself verbally and in writing in Swedish and English.
• Driver's license B

Personal Qualities

You are a person who takes responsibility and drives your tasks forward. You can work structured and independently and are not afraid to make decisions when necessary to lead and drive the work forward. You are resilient to stress and have the ability to prioritize, as well as good analytical skills. You can collaborate with others and are social and unpretentious, qualities that are required as the work demands close cooperation with other organizational units and authorities. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

DESIRABLE

• Experience in the defense industry, FM, FMV, or other government authorities, as well as international collaborations
• Knowledge of signal protection, IT security, or intelligence and security systems
• Certifications in IT and information security
• Experience in budgeting and financial follow-up
• Experience from integrated business systems – preferably SAP
• Integrated Logistic System (ILS)
• Methodological competence and experience of a process-oriented approach (ITIL, SAFe).

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 (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Other

Employment type: Permanent employment starting with a six-month probationary period for those who are not already employed by the Armed Forces

Employment rate: Full-time

Work location: Stockholm. Travel in service may occur

Civil position

Start date: By agreement

Inquiries about the position

Section Manager Camilla Ridesjö can be reached via the switchboard 010-825 10 00

Information about the recruitment process

HR Administrator Mia Penttinen can be reached via the switchboard 010-825 10 00

Union representatives

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

All can be reached via the switchboard 010-825 10 00

Application

Welcome with your application by 2026-03-23. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position as well as answers to 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, 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 classification. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. Security clearance with background checks will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act.

Employment comes with 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 a personal letter must be attached. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.