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Do you thrive working at the group level as a soldier and enjoy being out in the field? Then a position with us might be right for you. F 16 is growing and we are now looking for new colleagues who want to be part of our development journey! Radar Platoon is seeking soldiers for technician, vehicle driver, and medical 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, supplementing, and replacing infrastructure for air radio and radar with mobile systems. The company can, on short notice, strengthen radar coverage, air radio coverage, and communications at strategic points throughout the country. Main Responsibilities As a soldier in Radar 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 shooters, and high-altitude workers. Your group leader is a specialist officer. Thus, there is high and diverse expertise in the group and opportunities for development are good in daily work. The group has great freedom in how they choose to solve their tasks. In your role as combat medic, your primary task is to provide immediate and life-saving emergency care to your comrades in combat. As a combat medic, you also contribute to preventing the risk of injuries and illnesses, as well as provide basic care. You will also have the opportunity to conduct physical training during working hours, both individually and collectively. You will have the opportunity to shape the training and lead training sessions for others. Daily operations are mainly conducted at Uppsala Garrison. However, the company's tasks may require the group to perform work anywhere across Sweden. During these assignments, you and your group often work far away 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 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, which serves both the agency and the employee's development well, and you will never be given a task that you are not given the conditions to accomplish. REQUIREMENTS Qualifications Completed military basic training with passing result 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. Therefore, we are looking for individuals who have a positive view of people, enjoy working in small and cohesive groups, see opportunities, and want to contribute their expertise toward a common goal. You also need to be able to work independently and take responsibility for your position and the group's shared equipment. You are prepared to continue developing in your role 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 Experience working with technical systems Interest in technology For the agency's mission to be successful, all employees are expected to act in accordance with the values that exist. The Swedish Armed Forces' values uphold 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 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 trips. Working Hours: Mainly daytime. Evening and weekend duty may occur during training activities. Start Date: As soon as possible, by agreement. Salary: We apply individual salary setting. Position: Military. Information about the Recruitment Process We plan to begin the selection process during week 34. Inquiries about the Position Recruiting Chief, FK Nils Hagelin 181. Radar Platoon Email: [email protected] Information about the Recruitment Process: HR Specialist, Sara Blom Email: [email protected] Trade Union Representatives OFR/O Ärna, Josefine Granberg phone 0505-45 10 00 (exchange 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 by August 14, 2026. Your application should 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 Squadron, F 16, is headquartered at Uppsala Garrison. The unit is part of the Swedish Air Force and is responsible for the operation and monitoring of Uppsala Airport as well as training of conscripts in various positions in the Air Force. The unit also commands the 161st Command and Control and Air Surveillance Battalion, which provides tactical control of 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. The Swedish Armed Forces has 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, fitness programs, and a good balance between work and personal life. Employment with us entails placement in a security classification. Usually Swedish citizenship is required. Security clearance with record check will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. With employment comes an obligation to be placed in wartime positions. Employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position. With your application, please submit a CV and personal letter. If you advance in the employment process, you must always present certified copies of grades and certificates. Calls from external recruitment companies and sales representatives are not welcome.Do you thrive working at the group level as a soldier and enjoy being out in the field? Then a position with us might be right for you. F 16 is growing and we are now looking for new colleagues who want to be part of our development journey! Radar Platoon is seeking soldiers for technician, vehicle driver, and medical 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, supplementing, and replacing infrastructure for air radio and radar with mobile systems. The company can, on short…
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- 7. 7. 2026
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- 5. 8. 2026