F 16 is responsible for the Uppsala garrison and the operation of Uppsala airport. The squadron is also responsible for monitoring Swedish airspace 24/7, 365 days a year, and leads the Air Force's fighter jets in the air. You will be part of a military organization undergoing major change and development due to the global situation and Sweden's NATO membership. F 16 is growing and we are now looking for new colleagues who want to be part of our development journey!
About the Unit
F 16 A4's primary task is to provide long-term functional leadership of internal logistics at the squadron level and serve as decision support to the Commander of F 16. The department has functionally specialized positions that provide guidance leading the squadron's operations in areas such as technical services, supply procurement, healthcare, transportation services, and command. The department has both specialists and officers who analyze, prepare, and follow up on matters within their functional area. A4 is the Commander F 16's responsible unit for ensuring that combat units receive the correct logistical support in peace, crisis, or war, and thereby maintain and strengthen operational effectiveness.
Primary Responsibilities
As a logistics officer at A4, you will work comprehensively across all logistics areas at the squadron level, but primarily within supply procurement. The position involves planning, preparation, and development of decision-making materials as well as representing the department when needed. The logistics officer also supports the development of general guidelines and procedures. You will also work together with others throughout the staff to lead the squadron forward.
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 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 provided the conditions to accomplish.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
Educated specialist officer with logistics focus
Strong ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish and English
Driver's License Class B
Experience in leading and implementing logistics and supply procurement
Previous experience from logistics positions
Personal Qualities
We are looking for someone who is initiative-taking, independent, and structured in your work. You are driven and work toward development and improvement. You enjoy collaborating with others, sharing knowledge and experience, and supporting others in striving to achieve common goals. Great weight is placed on personal suitability.
MERITORIOUS
Experience working in a staff environment
Work within the functional area of technical services
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: Permanent employment. The Swedish Armed Forces may apply a six-month probationary period.
Employment Level: Full-time
Work Location: Uppsala. 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
Salary: We apply individual salary setting
Position: Military
Position Information:
Recruiting Manager, Kjell Stridh
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 (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
Welcome to submit your application no later than 2026-08-31. 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 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 conscripts in various positions in the Air Force. The unit also leads the 161st Command and Air Surveillance Battalion, which directs fighter jets in the air and maintains the continuous monitoring 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 facing. 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 good balance between work and private life. Employment with us involves placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security vetting with background check will be conducted before employment in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed on war mobilization status. The employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The significance of this varies depending on the type of position. A CV and personal letter must be attached to the employment application. If you proceed in the recruitment process, authenticated copies of certificates and credentials must always be presented. Contact from external recruitment companies and sales representatives is not welcome.F 16 is responsible for the Uppsala garrison and the operation of Uppsala airport. The squadron is also responsible for monitoring Swedish airspace 24/7, 365 days a year, and leads the Air Force's fighter jets in the air. You will be part of a military organization undergoing major change and development due to the global situation and Sweden's NATO membership. F 16 is growing and we are now looking for new colleagues who want to be part of our development journey!
About the Unit
F 16 A4's primary task is to provide long-term functional leadership of internal logistics at the squadron level…