Qualified Coordinator in Research and Development

Försvarets Materielverk · plný úvazek

Stockholm, Švédsko

Are you a qualified coordinator with experience working in long-term defense planning and/or early phases of materiel development? We are now seeking a new team member in research and development. In close collaboration with an experienced team, you will have the opportunity to influence both details and the bigger picture in projects that strengthen the capabilities of the Swedish Armed Forces and Sweden. Here, your work is meaningful at every step, from needs and ideas to delivery and follow-up. About the Position As a qualified coordinator, you will coordinate and develop FMV's participation in the Swedish Armed Forces' study and game card activities and its role in the early phases of the materiel process. You will also work with the Swedish Armed Forces' non-object-based materiel development. You will contribute to analyzing and compiling FMV's contributions to the Swedish Armed Forces' work within research and development. You will work at the Management and Finance Division and support portfolio management of research and development activities and finances, as well as provide support to the Director General and Deputy Director General. The coordinator role involves serving as project manager for smaller projects. You coordinate various operational areas, strategic matters, referrals, and preparations within the research and development field. The position is based in Stockholm. Official travel within Sweden and abroad may occur. About You You have an academic degree in political science, preferably with war science or defense systems as your main subject, military technical education, or equivalent competence acquired in other ways that we consider equivalent. You have several years of work experience in long-term defense planning or in the early phases of materiel development, such as research and development or concept work. Furthermore, you have experience presenting completed work in report form and a strong ability to express yourself in speech and writing in both Swedish and English. Beyond this, we would like you to have experience from military study or concept development activities. It is a merit to have experience translating the Swedish Armed Forces' capability needs into technical solutions and experience in research or technology development at a strategic level. It is also an advantage if you have experience with games as a working method. We assess that you would also benefit from previous experience in government work or working in larger organizations, and if you have overarching knowledge of defense planning, we see that as a plus. Personal qualities are very important to us. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences and are looking for someone who takes initiative, drives activities, and achieves results. You remain motivated and effective even when things do not go as planned, and you plan, structure, and prioritize your work effectively to complete what you start. You are someone who enjoys viewing issues from a broad perspective, easily understands the long-term significance of matters, and adapts your actions accordingly. You have a talent for understanding complex written material and enjoy producing your own documents of high quality. FMV – Swedish Defence Materiel Administration At FMV, you contribute to making Sweden and the world safer. We have the mission to equip the Swedish Armed Forces with the latest technology and knowledge so they can defend our country and our allies. Together with competent and engaged colleagues, you will help develop and procure what sometimes does not yet exist. You drive development all the way from need to delivery. From idea to reality. You will work at the Management and Finance Division, which supports operations by coordinating strategic matters and ensuring efficient financial management. At FMV, you are offered a secure employment with good benefits: - Competence development and career opportunities - Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely to the extent work permits - Occupational pension and wellness allowance Learn more about FMV as an employer and the benefits we offer on our website: https://www.fmv.se/jobb--karriar/arbeta-pa-fmv/. Would you like to help develop the defense of the future? Welcome to submit your application by September 7, 2026. Good to Know You apply by attaching your CV, grades, and certificates in Swedish. In your CV, clearly describe how you meet the requested qualifications and merits. To create a more inclusive recruitment process, we ask that you do not send a cover letter or include a photo in your CV. We recruit based on competence and assess candidates based on the role's requirements for experience, competence, and personal qualities. Our union representatives are SACO Stefan Hållander, OFR/S Lena Sköld Gunnarsson, OFR/O Ann-Carol Wallgren Falk, and SEKO Peter Andersson. All can be reached via FMV's switchboard: 08-782 4000. For questions about the position, you can contact Unit Manager Johan Gullman-Strand via FMV's switchboard: 08-782 4000. Contact Jeanette Van der Hagen at [email protected] for questions about the recruitment process. #LI-Hybrid To work for us, you must be a Swedish citizen and undergo security vetting in accordance with the Security Protection Act. We apply probationary employment, and as an employee, you will be placed in civil defense according to total defense needs. Applications for this position are only accepted via FMV's website or registry. We have done our part, and therefore decline offers to sell advertisement and recruitment services.