About this role
Are you a leader with experience in complex operations? As an authority in the defense sector, our mission to deliver what the Swedish Armed Forces need is more important than ever. Would you like to join us on a historic journey where we work together for a safer Sweden? Then you might be the person we are looking for!
About the position
At FMV, we develop and deliver equipment, services, and technology to the Armed Forces—to strengthen defense today, tomorrow, and in the future. The unit for Reconnaissance and Special Aviation Systems is part of the Transport and Special Aviation Systems department and is responsible for meeting the Armed Forces' needs for materials and material-related services within the Air Material Systems (FMS) 100 and 102. FMS 100 includes the TP 100 transport aircraft and the modified ASC 890 variant used for reconnaissance. FMS 102 consists of the S102B, utilized for signal intelligence by the Swedish Armed Forces Radio Establishment, as well as TP102C and TP102D for global VIP transportation.
As the unit manager, you will be the first-line manager responsible for operations, personnel, and finances. You have overall responsibility for deliveries within the unit's projects and for achieving an efficient and purposeful operation. You are a confident leader who supports your employees in their work and fosters participation and engagement through your leadership. Your work will be conducted in close cooperation with the Armed Forces and industry, and you will report to the department head as well as be part of the department's management team.
As a manager, you represent FMV's vision, goals, and values, and you are the primary communication channel for your employees.
The position is located in Stockholm.
About you
We are looking for someone with a relevant technical education (engineer, college, or master's degree) or equivalent competence acquired in another way that we assess to be comparable. You have recent experience in a managerial role that includes personnel responsibility. To succeed in the role, it is essential that you have relevant and current experience in complex operations regarding coordination, planning, execution, and monitoring of production and finances. The position requires proficiency in both spoken and written Swedish and English.
It is advantageous if you have:
- Education in management and leadership, such as FMV's management program and/or project management training
- Experience in leading engineering-intensive operations
- Experience in the aviation sector
- Experience in Systems Engineering
- Familiarity with FMV's working methods
- Experience in public procurement
- Experience in international operations and industrial matters
- Experience within the Armed Forces or collaboration with FMV
We also view positively if you have knowledge of public procurement law and the regulations governing the Armed Forces' aviation operations. A valid driver's license (category B) is also desirable.
Personal qualities are very important to us, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a manager at FMV, you create the conditions for the development of your employees and FMV. Therefore, you need to have the ability to place events in a broader context and understand your role in them. Your leadership style is characterized by a strong commitment to development, which is evident when you clarify goals and frameworks for the operation. In your actions, you demonstrate care for both employees and other partners. You also recognize that an efficient and reliable organization is built on openness to differences.
FMV – The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration
At FMV, you contribute to making Sweden and the world safer. We are tasked with providing 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 the development all the way from need to delivery. From idea to reality.
You will work in our area of aviation and space materials, responsible for the aviation and space systems used by the Armed Forces, such as combat aircraft, helicopters, and transport and special aviation.
At FMV, you are offered a secure employment with good benefits:
- Competence development and career opportunities
- Flexible working hours and the option for remote work as far as the work allows
- Occupational pension and wellness subsidy
Learn more about FMV as an employer and the benefits we offer on our website: Work at FMV.
Do you want to help develop the defense of the future? We welcome your application by November 25, 2025.
Good to know
You apply by attaching your CV, certificates, and diplomas in Swedish, where you clearly describe how you meet the requested qualifications and merits. For a more inclusive recruitment process, we do not accept personal letters.
- We recruit based on competence and assess candidates based on the role's requirements for experience, skills, and personal attributes.
- In the selection process, we may conduct tests with the support of an external provider.
- Our union representatives are SACO Mikael Svensson, OFR/S Madeleine Lithander, OFR/O