About this role
Do you want to lead projects where innovation, system understanding, and security meet at the highest level?
We are looking for an experienced project manager who wants to take responsibility for driving complex development initiatives within avionics and contribute to shaping the future of safety-critical flight systems.
**Overall Mission**
As a project manager, you are the engine that transforms strategies into tangible results. You plan, lead, and develop projects within avionics, systems development, and IT—where every decision impacts performance, security, and business value.
You will work closely with technical leaders, systems engineers, and customers to ensure progress, quality, and profitability in the projects.
**What You Will Do**
* Drive complex technology and IT projects from initiation to delivery
* Lead cross-functional projects and create clarity in goals, roles, and expectations
* Ensure requirements management, system architecture, and integration across technical domains
* Identify risks, manage changes, and make well-informed decisions in a dynamic environment
* Enhance efficiency and learning by identifying areas for improvement and optimizing workflows
* Build and nurture relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
* Contribute to the development of project management methodologies and processes within the organization
**Who You Are**
You are an experienced project manager with a natural ability to create structure, energy, and engagement in complex environments. You combine technical understanding with business acumen and a communicative leadership style.
We believe you have:
* Several years of experience leading technology or IT projects with multiple stakeholders
* A good understanding of systems development, requirements work, and integration in complex systems
* Strong communication skills—you build trust and clarity at all levels
* The ability to prioritize, analyze, and act with a holistic perspective
* Experience in risk and change management, budget and scheduling
* Experience from aviation, defense, automotive, or other safety-critical environments is an advantage
* A relevant academic background, preferably in systems engineering, computer science, or equivalent is a plus
The position requires you to undergo and be approved according to the applicable security protection regulations. For positions where Saab has requirements for security classification, this may entail requirements for specific citizenship.
**What You Will Be Part Of**
Behind our innovations are all those who have made it possible. Brave pioneers and clever thinkers. Everyday heroes and creative problem solvers. Those who share deep knowledge and those who explore new areas. And everyone in between.
Here you have the chance to influence and contribute in your unique way. From developing code and building impressive defense and security solutions to having a coffee with a colleague. Every contribution counts. We give you the opportunity to take on challenges and create smart innovations. In our friendly and tech-savvy world, there is room for you to grow. We are here to create safety for people and communities together.
Saab is a leading defense and security company with a mission to help nations protect their populations and contribute to the safety of people and communities. With 22,000 talented employees, Saab develops technology and solutions for a safer and more sustainable world.
Saab develops, manufactures, and maintains advanced systems in aerospace, weapons, command systems, sensors, and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden but operates globally, being part of many nations' defense capabilities. Read more about us here.