Swedish Armed Forces Technical School (FMTS), Halmstad

The Swedish Armed Forces Technical School is now seeking a teacher in optical fiber and fiber-based communication systems. As a teacher with us, you will contribute to educating the future technical officers and specialists within the Armed Forces. The position is suitable for those with experience in fiber technology who wish to work pedagogically in a technically advanced educational environment.

About the Unit

The Electro, Avionics, and Sensor Sections are part of the Basic Technology Department at FMTS in Halmstad. The sections educate technical personnel in a range of technical areas such as electrical engineering, sensor technology, data communication, avionics, and transmission systems — where optical fiber and fiber communication are central competence areas.

Main Responsibilities

As a teacher in optical fiber, you will work with education that includes both theory and practice. The work may include:

• Fiber technology and fiber optic principles
• Measurement technology and troubleshooting in fiber-based networks
• Installation, termination, and splicing of fiber
• Optical transmission systems
• Practical exercises in handling fiber tools and measuring instruments
• Basic understanding of the Armed Forces' communication solutions involving optical fiber

The role also includes:

• Planning, implementation, and evaluation of courses
• Further development of educational materials and laboratory exercises
• Collaboration with other teachers within the sections
• Participation in the section's joint development work

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching, technical guidance, or relevant post-secondary education in fiber technology, optical fiber, telecommunications, electrical/electronics, or equivalent
• Good knowledge of optical fiber or transmission systems
• Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish and English

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is pedagogical, structured, and responsible. You have an easy time collaborating, and you enjoy seeing others develop. You are flexible and can support in adjacent technical areas when required by the operations. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

DESIRABLE

• Certification in fiber technology (e.g., CFOT, CFI technician)
• Experience in practical work with fiber installations or troubleshooting
• Experience in course development or educational planning
• Driver's license class B
• Completed military technical training

Other

• Employment type: Permanent (6 months probationary period)
• Extent: Full-time
• Work location: Halmstad (travel may occur)
• Start date: As soon as possible by agreement

As part of the recruitment process, you will conduct a trial lesson.

Information about the Position

Patrik Stridh, Electro Section. Can be reached via switchboard 08-788 75 00.

Union representatives can be reached via FM switchboard 08-788 75 00:

• HSOF – Anders Norén
• OFR-S – Roland Kramer
• SACO – Håkan Eliasson
• SEKO – Jörgen Jansson

Swedish Armed Forces Values

The Armed Forces uphold the equal value of all people and operate according to democratic principles, justice, and human rights. Read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se.

Application

Welcome with your application by 2026-04-30. The application should include a CV and a personal letter describing why you are suitable for the position.

The Swedish Armed Forces Technical School, FMTS, with its main location in Halmstad, is an air force unit where technology is at the center. The unit's activities rest on three pillars – development, education, and military unit production. For the Armed Forces' units to operate, they need functioning equipment, and for that, FMTS is an important cog. FMTS has a functional responsibility for the technical service within the Armed Forces, which includes following technological developments to anticipate future needs and also propose changes and improvements. There are exciting development opportunities for those who are technically interested, both at a basic and very advanced level. FMTS trains officers, specialist officers, and civilian employees in technical service across all branches of the armed forces. Here we also train conscript soldiers in areas such as logistics. Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect other people's lives, both large and small, at home and around the world.

In the Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good conditions for internal career mobility, wellness, and a good balance between work and private life. The Armed Forces take advantage of the qualities that diversity and gender balance bring to the operations. We therefore welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences in our recruitments. Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security clearance with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be placed in a military position. The employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad, but the implications of this vary depending on the type of position. A CV and a personal letter must be attached to the application for employment. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.