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F 16 is responsible for Uppsala Garrison and the operations of Uppsala Airport. The Squadron is also responsible for the surveillance of Swedish airspace around the clock, year-round, and leads the Swedish Air Force's fighter aircraft in the air. You will be part of a military organization undergoing significant change and development due to the global situation and Sweden's NATO membership. About the Unit Garrison Battalion 163 consists of the Logistics Company, Garrison Company, and Training Company, which together create the conditions for assigned units to focus on executing their main mission. The Battalion's role and tasks are developing rapidly to meet the new tasks and challenges that Sweden and the Swedish Armed Forces face. Main Duties As an implementation planning officer, you are an important part as a recipient of tasks from higher command and for reporting back to them. The time horizon of tasks varies from solving emerging issues within an hour to planning several years ahead. Examples of work tasks: Plan with good advance notice and an annual planning horizon, and write supporting documents/governing documents/orders Execute task assignment, coordination, and follow-up of subordinate operations Create conditions for subordinates to execute assigned operations Independently lead and conduct preparations Independently lead ongoing operations within the Battalion Prepare materials for prioritizations and decisions and present these to higher command Contribute to a common operational picture both within the Battalion and within the unit. Since the position is located in a staff, the work will be characterized by general staff duties that depend greatly on the current situation within the Swedish Armed Forces and F 16. The position as implementation planning officer involves tasks at all levels and with different time horizons. A large portion of the work involves cooperation and collaboration with others within the Battalion, the unit, and Uppsala Garrison. The position entails that the employee is war-stationed at the 16th Air Squadron. Within the Swedish Armed Forces, we always work as a team. Our organization is built on cooperation, adaptability, and shared responsibility for the whole. This means that we are all ready to support each other, sometimes even outside our own area of expertise and comfort zone. Therefore, as an employee, you may sometimes be faced with new types of tasks. This is a natural part of working in the Swedish Armed Forces, which benefits both the agency and the employee's development, and you will never be given a task that you do not have the conditions to accomplish. REQUIREMENTS Qualifications: Relevant academic education, for example in political science, war science, project management, or equivalent experience that is deemed equivalent by the employer Current work experience from a complex organization/agency, preferably the Swedish Armed Forces or the defense sector. Current experience working daily in different IT systems Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish and English Category B driver's license Personal Qualities To thrive in this role, you need to feel comfortable in a changing environment where tasks often need to be solved with short timeframes. You have the ability to work independently without the need for daily supervision. You are responsible, thorough, and solution-oriented with a drive and a willingness to contribute—not just to your own task, but to the whole. Most importantly, you are fearless, enjoy and can handle pace changes, and have the ability to independently prioritize. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. Meritorious Current experience working in a staff Current experience in command and control/implementation coordination/project management or similar role Current experience managing and leading preparations and reporting to higher command Experience in order writing Other Information Employment Form: Permanent. The Swedish Armed Forces may apply a six-month probationary period. Employment Rate: Full-time Work Location: Uppsala. F 16 also has operations at other locations, which may result in occasional business travel. Working Hours: Primarily daytime. Evening and weekend duty may occur during operations, activities, or as needed. Start Date: As soon as possible, by agreement. Salary: We apply individual salary setting. Position: Civilian Other: Dogs are present in the workplace. Information and Details about the Positions and the Recruitment Process Email: [email protected] or [email protected]. The recruiting manager is on leave during weeks 27-32. Trade Union Representatives OFR/O Ärna, Josefine Granberg phone 0505-45 10 00 (switchboard no.) 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 by 2026-08-14. Your application must include a CV and a cover letter where you explain why you are interested in and 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: Upplands Air Squadron, F 16, has its headquarters at Uppsala Garrison. The unit is part of the Swedish Air Force and is responsible for the operations and surveillance of Uppsala Airport as well as the training of conscripts in various positions in the Air Force. The unit also leads the 161st Command and Air Surveillance Battalion, which commands fighter aircraft in the air and is responsible for the continuous surveillance of Swedish airspace. The unit operates from several locations in the country and is an important part of the growth period that the Air Force is entering. The Swedish Armed Forces is built on a strong value base that includes openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career mobility, fitness programs, and a good balance between work and private life. Employment with us entails placement in a security classification. Swedish citizenship is usually required. A security clearance with record check will be conducted before employment in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be war-stationed. Employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The scope of this varies depending on the type of position. A CV and personal letter must be attached to the employment application. If you progress in the employment process, authenticated copies of grades and certificates must always be presented. Contact from external recruitment companies and sales representatives is not welcome.F 16 is responsible for Uppsala Garrison and the operations of Uppsala Airport. The Squadron is also responsible for the surveillance of Swedish airspace around the clock, year-round, and leads the Swedish Air Force's fighter aircraft in the air. You will be part of a military organization undergoing significant change and development due to the global situation and Sweden's NATO membership. About the Unit Garrison Battalion 163 consists of the Logistics Company, Garrison Company, and Training Company, which together create the conditions for assigned units to focus on executing their main…
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- job
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- public
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- Uppsala
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- 3. 7. 2026
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- 5. 8. 2026