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Do you want to lead the development of new radar technology to strengthen Sweden's defense and security? Are you interested in applied research in close collaboration with subject matter experts and clients? Then FOI could be your new workplace! We offer a balanced work-life, a stimulating work environment, and socially important work!

About the position

The Swedish Armed Forces' demand for FOI's expertise in future radar technology is increasing significantly, and the new digital radar technology currently being developed requires extensive research and development efforts. In this role, you will design, plan, and lead research and development projects for future radar systems. To succeed in this, you must be able to maintain good dialogue with our clients and partners and have strong oral and written reporting skills. The ultimate goal of the work is to assess the benefit that new technologies, methods, and products within the radar field can bring to Sweden's defense.

The position also offers the opportunity to participate directly in the technical work within the projects. The duties include written reporting in Swedish and may involve scientific publication. Initially, the work may be more technically focused with the aim of familiarizing yourself with our operations.

About the unit

You will join the Robusta Radar Systems unit, which belongs to the Electronic Warfare department. The unit analyzes and evaluates methods and techniques for radar surveillance and monitoring, analyzes the characteristics and performance of the Swedish Armed Forces' radar systems, and develops new radar system concepts. The unit also conducts measurements, modeling, and simulation, develops signal processing methods, creates experimental radar systems, and assesses the consequences of new technical developments, e.g., in the drone area and the application of radar surveillance satellites.

Do you have the competence profile we need?

Requirements

We are looking for someone who has:

• A technical/scientific Master of Science degree or an education that FOI assesses as equivalent.
• Experience working with radar or in a field that FOI assesses as technically/scientifically closely related, such as radio, microwave technology, telecommunications, or sensor technology.
• Experience working as a project manager or in other roles involving leadership of researchers or engineers, e.g., as a tech lead, lead engineer, system owner, or similar.
• Experience in independently planning projects and being responsible for documentation and reporting of results.

In addition to your formal qualifications, we place great emphasis on your personal qualities. The work is carried out both individually and in groups, so you need to be self-reliant but also have good collaboration skills. You have strong analytical abilities, are structured and proactive, and can communicate clearly both orally and in writing in Swedish and English.

Meritorious

Experience working within the Swedish Armed Forces or other parts of the defense sector is meritorious. A doctoral degree is also meritorious but not a requirement.

What do we offer you?

The Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI) is a government agency that conducts world-leading research in defense and security to support Sweden's military and civil defense. We offer a unique workplace where you have the opportunity to work on what is important for total defense and society as a whole. The research is applied both within defense authorities and among civilian actors and plays a crucial role in building a relevant and effective defense capability.

We work consciously for a good work environment with a good balance between work and private life. In addition, we offer a range of benefits. Read more about what it is like to work with us: https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html (https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html)

The position is a permanent employment that may begin with a six-month probationary period.

Do you want to help find answers for a safer world?

We welcome your application in the form of a CV and cover letter via the application button by July 31, 2026!

For more information about the position, you are welcome to contact acting unit manager Rolf Ragnarsson. Union representatives are Jonny Genzel (Saco-S) and Pernilla Bergfeldt (OFR/S – ST). All can be reached at 08-555 030 00.

As the position is security-classified, Swedish citizenship is required. Security clearance with background check will be conducted prior to employment according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). Prior to security clearance, certified copies of relevant education and employment certificates will be requested.

FOI is a government agency, meaning submitted application documents become public records that may be disclosed to third parties upon request according to the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act.

Offers from recruitment agencies are declined.