Vacant job

At the Swedish Armed Forces, you have the opportunity to practice your profession while contributing together with your colleagues to create a safer and more secure society. We value our employees and offer varied and exciting projects, development opportunities, and challenges. All of this with an employer that encourages work-life balance and good health.

About the Unit

The main task of the 161st Air Surveillance and Air Control Battalion (Strilbataljonen) is to be responsible for monitoring Swedish airspace and air combat control. The battalion is engaged in operational activities on a daily basis. Other tasks include the operation and protection of fortified command posts, as well as the deployment of mobile sensors and radio systems throughout Sweden.

The battalion staff primarily works with coordination and preparation of matters at all conflict levels, from peace to war. The staff consists of four sections, one of which is the SIS section, which works with communication and command support systems. The section's task is to work with, among other things, the planning of the battalion's operations, such as communication and command support systems in our facilities and installations where IT plays a significant role.

Main Responsibilities

The position of Systems Engineer involves a broad and varied workload within the entire command system area. You will, among other things, work with accreditation and implementation of command systems, integration with NATO systems, and various cryptographic systems. You will also act as support in the development of new systems and process development. This includes some administrative tasks as well as more practical technical work when needed.

For this, you need to build a broad network through regular collaboration with other personnel in the Swedish Armed Forces and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV).

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• University education in IT/System Science or equivalent education/experience assessed by the employer as equivalent.
• Documented work experience in the IT field.
• Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish and English.
• Valid driver's license (Category B).

Personal Attributes

We are looking for a confident, unpretentious, and innovative person with good communication and social skills. You are clear, receptive, and have an easy time building trusting relationships both within and outside the organization. You work in a structured and analytical manner, have good collaboration skills, and can see the big picture while switching between different perspectives. You make well-founded decisions even in complex situations and combine strategic thinking with practical implementation.

You contribute to participation, development, and a positive work climate, and drive operations forward in a changing environment. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

BENEFICIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience from the Swedish Armed Forces and larger organizations – includes service or work within the Swedish Armed Forces or other government agencies.
• System and security competence – good knowledge of the Swedish Armed Forces' command systems and experience with flight safety-affecting systems.
• Business development – experience in business development and establishment of new operations.

For the agency's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the existing values. The Swedish Armed Forces' values safeguard the equal value of all people, justice, and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se (http://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Other Information

• Employment type: Permanent. The Swedish Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those not already employed by the agency.
• Employment level: Full-time.
• Work location: Bålsta. F 16 also has operations in other locations, which may involve occasional business travel.
• Working hours: Primarily daytime. Evening and weekend duty may occur during training activities.
• Start date: As soon as possible, according to agreement.
• Salary: We apply individual salary setting.
• Position: Civilian.

About the Recruitment Process

We intend to respond to all applicants during week 33 and invite candidates who have progressed in the process for interviews during weeks 34/35. Step 2 in the process involves a security clearance check expected to be conducted during weeks 36/37.

Information about the position

Recruiting Manager, Johan Backryd
Email/Phone: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Information about the recruitment process:

HR Generalist, Rebecca Grebestam
Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Union Representatives

• OFR/O Ärna, Josefine Granberg, phone 0505-45 10 00 (switchboard)
• OFR/S, Daniel Modin, phone 0706-38 68 33
• SACO, Eric Masser, phone 076-011 42 30
• SEKO, Åsa Karlsson, phone 076-649 23 95

Application

We welcome your application no later than 2026-08-07. Your application must include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position.

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 Uppland Air Wing, F 16, is headquartered at the Uppsala Garrison. The unit is part of the Swedish Air Force and is responsible for the operation and security of Uppsala Airport, as well as the training of conscripts in various roles within the Air Force. The unit also leads the 161st Air Surveillance and Air Control Battalion, which controls combat aircraft in the air and manages the constant surveillance of Swedish airspace. The unit operates from several different locations in the country and is an important part of the growth period the Air Force is undergoing.

The Swedish Armed Forces has a strong value system based 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. A security clearance check with register control 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 diplomas and certificates must always be presented. Calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.