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TEACHING POSITION IN SHIP TECHNOLOGY, NAVAL WARFARE SCHOOL

Are you interested in technology, the Swedish Armed Forces, and do you want to help shape the technicians of the future? Then this could be an interesting workplace for you.

The Ship Technology Department provides technical education in machinery, electrical systems, and workshop technology for future engineers and motor personnel for the Navy's vessels. The department also collaborates with Linnaeus University and Blekinge Institute of Technology, where their engineering students come to us for training in machinery and workshop technology.

You will work in a cohesive team of approximately 17 people, consisting of women and men, military personnel and civilians of varying ages. The position is primarily based in Karlskrona, daytime hours 07:30–16:30 with flexible working hours agreement.

There are good opportunities for further education both within your specialty and in other activities within the department, allowing you to develop professionally.

Main Responsibilities

Your main tasks will include:

• Teaching theoretically and practically in ship technology, for example, engine theory, ship auxiliary systems, and electrical technology.
• Conducting planning, follow-up, and revision of courses and operations.
• Participating in the development of education within the department.

Qualifications

• Completed and approved officer-specialist officer education with a technical focus.
• Category B driver's license.
• Experience in the field that the employer deems relevant.

Meritorious Competencies

• Military machinery qualification M5 or higher.
• Previous experience in education within ship technology.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is self-assured, proactive, responsible, and a team player. You enjoy seeing others develop and have an interest in acquiring new knowledge. You are flexible and open to supporting other colleagues within the department beyond your own area of responsibility when needed.

Great importance will be attached to personal suitability.

More About the Employment

The position is a permanent military appointment at 100% with a 40-hour work week.

Location: Karlskrona

Date of commencement: By agreement

Salary: Individual salary setting applies

Travel may be required in the position.

The Swedish Armed Forces apply a six-month probation period for those not already employed by the agency.

Information and Contact Persons

Fredrik Winkler, Head of Ship Technology Department

Information About the Recruitment Process

Kenth Johansson, HR

Union Representatives

Swedish Defence Union, Jimmy Svensson

Officers' Union, Tobias Danielsson

SACO S, Malin Pagels

SEKO, Jan-Anders Nilsson

All can be reached via the Armed Forces switchboard at 010-82 85 000

Please submit your application by 2026-08-14

Your application should include a CV and a cover letter where you describe yourself and explain why you are suitable for this position.

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

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Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

The Naval Warfare School (SSS) educates officers, specialist officers, sailors, and soldiers at all levels. SSS also conducts studies, trials, and command training for ship crews, as well as tactics and technology development within the maritime area. SSS is also responsible for Diving and Naval Medicine in the Swedish Armed Forces. SSS is primarily based in Karlskrona in Blekinge but also has a unit in Berga outside Stockholm specialized in amphibious warfare.

Every day and every hour, our employees make efforts that affect other people's lives, both big and small, both at home and around the world.

In the Swedish 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 programs, and a good balance between work and private life.

An employment with us involves placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required.

Security screening with register check will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be war-placed. The employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position.

A CV and cover 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.

Telephone calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.