Operations Officer/Operations Commander to F 16, A3

Försvarsmakten · Vollzeit

Uppsala, Schweden

F 16 is responsible for Uppsala garrison and the operation of Uppsala airfield. The wing also oversees the surveillance of Swedish airspace 24/7, year-round, and directs the Swedish Air Force's fighter jets in the air. You will be part of a military organization undergoing major transformation and development due to the international situation and Sweden's NATO membership. F 16 is growing and we are now seeking new colleagues who want to be part of our development journey! About the Unit As Operations Commander at Upplands Air Wing, F 16, you will be part of the wing staff. The wing staff is the unit's highest staff level and has the primary task of producing decision support materials for the Commander F 16. The staff is responsible for receiving orders and directives from Air Force Headquarters and the Military Region and breaking these down into tasks for the unit's subordinate units. At A3, the implementation division, most tasks incoming to the unit pass through, and the division is responsible for the majority of orders issued to subordinate units. Primary Responsibilities As Operations Commander, your work tasks will vary by period. You will, among other things, lead preparations with other staff divisions and subsequently be responsible for breaking down and producing an order within the framework of active operations. As Operations Commander, it is important that you can lead and distribute work within given mandates. Throughout, the majority of the work occurs within a short time horizon and places high demands on working independently as well as in collaboration with others. If you lack specific training in staff duties or leadership, the unit can provide some competency development training to ensure the right knowledge is in place. Examples of work tasks: Execute task assignment, coordination, and follow-up with the unit's subordinate elements Create conditions for subordinate units to execute assigned operations Conduct preparation of incoming tasks in collaboration with others Lead ongoing operations and coordinate resources as well as follow up on execution Create materials for operational prioritization within the framework of ongoing activities Cooperate with higher staff and contribute to creating a common operational picture REQUIREMENTS Qualifications Professional officer with a minimum of three years of experience Class B driver's license Personal Qualities The most important qualities we seek in you are humility, a high degree of responsibility and independence, and a clear willingness to develop in the role. The ability to manage trust is also a very important quality since you are expected to have significant personal responsibility in order to solve assigned tasks, and where mandates are sometimes delegated from the Commander F 16. You have good collaboration skills and thrive in cooperation with others, but also have the courage and judgment to act on your own initiative when the situation requires it. You are driven and thorough and work toward development and improvement. You have the ability to lead and structure work even under time pressure, where operational demands often set the pace. You are expected to maintain a professional approach, share the Armed Forces' value base, and contribute to a work climate characterized by mutual respect and job satisfaction. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. MERITORIOUS Experience working in the Air Force's base units (particularly security, logistics, communications) Experience working in a staff Experience with order writing Completed international deployment in a staff position Documented experience of leadership in the Armed Forces Good knowledge of support systems such as SWECCIS, ISUS, and Taktil OTHER INFORMATION Employment Form: Permanent. The Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those not already employed by the agency. Employment Level: Full-time. Work Location: Uppsala. F 16 also has operations at other locations, which may involve occasional business travel. Working Hours: Primarily daytime. Evening and weekend duty may occur during exercise activities. Start Date: As soon as possible, by agreement. Salary: We apply individual salary setting. Position: Military. Information about the Position Recruiting Manager, Mikael Yvling Phone: 08-788 75 00 (Armed Forces switchboard) Information about the Recruitment Process: HR Specialist, Malin Eriksson Email: [email protected] Trade Union Representatives OFR/O Ärna, Tim Björklund, phone 08-788 75 00 (Armed Forces switchboard) OFR/S, Daniel Modin, phone 08-788 75 00 (Armed Forces switchboard) SACO, Eric Masser, phone 08-788 75 00 (Armed Forces switchboard) SEKO, Åsa Karlsson, phone 08-788 75 00 (Armed Forces switchboard) Application Welcome to submit your application by October 14, 2026. 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 received via the Armed Forces website. Information about the 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 airfield as well as the training of conscripts in various positions in the Air Force. The unit also leads the 161st Command and Air Defense Battalion which directs fighter jets in the air and manages continuous surveillance of Swedish airspace. The unit operates from several locations throughout the country and represents an important part of the growth period the Air Force is entering. The 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 personal life. Employment with us involves placement in a security classification. Swedish citizenship is typically required. A security clearance with background check will be conducted prior to employment in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be on war standby. 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 employment application. If you advance in the hiring process, you must always present certified copies of grades and certificates. Calls from external recruitment firms and sales representatives are not welcome.