Communications Soldier at 182 RaL Platoon at F 16

Did you thrive working at the group level as a soldier and enjoy being out in the field? Then a position with us might be for you. F 16 is growing and we are now seeking new colleagues who want to be part of our development journey! The Radio Platoon is seeking soldiers for support marksman, vehicle driver, and communications roles. About the Unit Sensor Company, part of the Swedish Air Force's Command and Control and Air Surveillance Battalion, is mobile and has the task of densifying, complementing, and replacing infrastructure for air radio and radar with mobile systems. The Company can, at short notice, strengthen radar coverage, air radio coverage, and communications at strategic points throughout the country. Key Responsibilities As a soldier in the Radio Platoon, you will be part of a group of soldiers and specialist officers. Your colleagues in the group consist of technicians, combat medics, vehicle drivers, support marksmen, and high-altitude workers. Your squad leader will be a specialist officer. Thus, there is high and diverse expertise in the group, and the opportunities for development are good in day-to-day work. The group has considerable freedom in how they solve their tasks. The communications soldier receives training in specific technical systems as well as climbing for high-altitude work. You will provide support to the technical leadership of the group and have the opportunity to specialize in either technology or climbing. You will also have the opportunity to conduct physical training during work time, both individually and collectively. You will have the opportunity to put your stamp on the training and lead training sessions for others. Daily operations are conducted primarily at Uppsala Garrison. However, the Company's tasks may require the group to perform work anywhere in Sweden. During these assignments, you and your group often work far from other parts of the Company. Within the Swedish Armed Forces, we always work as a team. Our organization is built on collaboration, adaptability, and shared responsibility for the whole. This means that we are all prepared 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 that serves both the agency and the employee's development well, and you will never be given a task that you are not given the prerequisites to accomplish. REQUIREMENTS Qualifications Completed military basic training with satisfactory results Multitest 175p, Field test 13:30 min Class B driver's license Personal Qualities The Company you are applying to is relatively small, where you will collaborate with all parts of the Company. Thus, we are seeking individuals who have a positive view of people, enjoy working in small and tight-knit groups, see opportunities, and want to contribute their expertise toward a common goal. You must also be able to work independently and take responsibility for your position and the group's shared equipment. You are prepared to further develop yourself in your position in order to better contribute to the group's capabilities. You want to be involved in the decision-making process, but also be loyal to decisions made. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. MERITORIOUS Class C & CE driver's license Wheel loader training Experience working with technical systems Vehicle mechanic Experience with support weapons For the agency's mission to be successful, all employees are required to act in accordance with the values that exist. The Swedish Armed Forces' values protect the equal worth of all people, justice and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at http://www.forsvarsmakten.se). Other Information Employment Type Fixed-term employment according to GSS/K agreement (6 years with the possibility of extension up to 12 years). The Swedish Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those not employed by the agency. Employment Level Full-time Work Location Uppsala. F 16 also has operations in other locations, which may result in occasional business travel. Work Hours Primarily daytime. Evening and weekend duties may occur during exercise activities. Start Date By agreement. Salary Individual salary setting is applied. Position Military. Position Information Recruiting Manager, Lt Emma Ytterbom Email: [email protected] Information about the recruitment process: HR Specialist, Sara Blom Email: [email protected] Union Representatives OFR/O Ärna, Josefine Granberg phone 0505-45 10 00 (switchboard number) 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 2026-10-23. Your application must include a CV and a cover letter where you explain why you are suited 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 Wing, F 16, is headquartered at Uppsala Garrison. The unit is part of the Swedish Air Force and is responsible for the operation and surveillance of Uppsala Airport as well as training conscripts for various positions in the Air Force. The unit also leads the 161st Command and Control and Air Surveillance Battalion, which directs fighter aircraft in the air and maintains continuous surveillance of Swedish airspace. The unit operates from several locations throughout the country and is an important part of the growth period facing the Air Force. Within 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 opportunities for internal career mobility, health promotion, and good balance between work and personal life. Employment with us entails placement in a security classification. Swedish citizenship is normally required. A security vetting with record check will be conducted before employment in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be mobilized for war. The employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position. A CV and personal letter must be attached to the application. If you advance in the employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented. Calls from external recruitment firms and sales representatives are not welcome.

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