Systems Engineer/Technical Project Manager in defense

We are looking for a Systems Engineer/Technical Project Manager to join our team working with authorities and companies in the defense sector. The role involves working with complex technical systems, Systems Engineering, system of systems, and various phases of a system's lifecycle, including requirements management. You will contribute to secure overall solutions, streamline processes, and participate in complex system development, making a difference for society.

Must Have

• Master of Science in Engineering (or Bachelor of Science in Engineering) in Systems in Technology and Society (STS), Engineering Physics, or Electrical Engineering, or extensive work experience in systems engineering.
• Experience from defense or defense-related areas, preferably with FMV's processes or equivalent in the defense industry.
• Several years of professional experience in systems work, Systems Engineering, system of systems, lifecycle perspective, technical project management, complex technical systems, requirements management, requirements verification, configuration management, ILS, and/or ISO 15288.
• Experience with multiple system lifecycle phases (concept, development, production, operation, maintenance, decommissioning).
• Proficiency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

Good to Have

• Experience as a consultant
• INCOSE certification
• Experience with requirements management tools and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Experience in computational science/programming (mathematical modeling, numerical methods, programming, simulation, visualization, analysis) or EMC

Perks & Benefits

• Modern workplace where we care for each other and share experience and competence.
• Opportunity to work with advanced and complex systems that make a difference for society.
• AFRY is ranked as one of Sweden's most popular employers among engineers.
• Develop innovative and sustainable solutions in infrastructure, energy, and industry.
• Be part of accelerating the transition to a sustainable society.

Company Description

AFRY offers services in engineering, design, digitalization, and consulting. We are dedicated experts in industry, energy, and infrastructure, creating value for future generations. AFRY has Nordic roots with a global reach. Our common principles – Result driven, Client centric, Empowering, and Accountable – guide us in how we work, develop, and succeed together. Join us and accelerate the transition to a sustainable society.

About the Role

Have you worked as a Systems Engineer, i.e., with a holistic approach, complex technical systems, Systems Engineering, system of systems, and several phases in a system's lifecycle and requirements management? Then you might be the one we are looking for!

Our team of committed people is looking for a Systems Engineer/Technical Project Manager who is eager to meet our customers' various needs. We work with authorities and companies in the defense sector to create secure overall solutions, streamline processes, and contribute to complex system development.

The tasks may vary depending on the customer and assignment you work with, and in which phase of the system's lifecycle, but common to all is that you get the opportunity to work with advanced and complex systems that make a difference for society.

Requirements Specification

We are now looking for a Systems Engineer/Technical Project Manager who is accustomed to working with larger and more complex systems that require good collaboration skills. As a consultant and experienced professional, you contribute to customer value and increased sales. You have a good understanding of the entire system lifecycle and are confident in navigating between technology, requirements, and collaboration.

We require you to meet the following:

• Master of Science in Engineering (alternatively Bachelor of Science in Engineering) with a specialization from, for example, Systems in Technology and Society (STS), Engineering Physics, Electrical Engineering. Longer work experience in systems work, Systems Engineering, system of systems, can also meet the requirements.
• Experience from defense or defense-related areas, preferably also with FMV's processes and working methods or equivalent in the defense industry.
• Several years of professional experience in the following: systems work, Systems Engineering, system of systems, lifecycle perspective, technical project management/project participation, complex technical systems, requirements management, requirements verification, configuration management, ILS (Integrated Logistics Support), and/or the lifecycle model ISO 15288.
• Experience with several of a system's lifecycle phases (concept, development, production, operation, maintenance, decommissioning).
• Good knowledge of Swedish and English in both speech and writing, as documentation, review, and communication constitute a large part of the work.

Meritorious to have:

• Experience in consulting
• Certification from the international Systems Engineering organization INCOSE
• Experience with requirements management tools and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Experience in computational science/programming thinking (mathematical modeling, numerical methods, programming and simulation, visualization and analysis) or experience from the EMC area

We also place great importance on your personality and your motivations. You are a person who is both structured and organized. You are also a curious problem solver and it is natural for you to drive the work forward.

We offer a modern workplace, where we care about each other and share our experience and competence. The group looks forward to welcoming new team players who want to make a difference for society and at the same time enjoy their work!

We are looking for employees for: Stockholm/Solna, Enköping, Uppsala, and Arboga. Depending on the assignment, you may sometimes work on-site at the customer's premises. Business trips also occur.

Security Clearance & Education Verification

Our assignments are varied, and some are within security-classified areas, which means you may need to undergo a security clearance before starting with us. For all recruitments at AFRY, an ID check, reference check, and education verification are always carried out as a basis before employment.

Additional Information

AFRY is ranked as one of Sweden's most popular employers among engineers. With us, you contribute to developing innovative and sustainable solutions in infrastructure, energy, and industry.

We look forward to your application! We want the application to consist of an updated CV and a few lines about why you are suitable for the position.

Last application day February 28, 2026. Selection and interviews will begin in mid-January and will be conducted continuously.

Contact Information

For questions about the position, contact hiring manager, Veronica Johansson, veronica.johansson@afry.com

For questions about the application, contact Recruitment Partner, Ellinor Danielsson, ellinor.danielsson@afry.com

We decline direct contact with staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements.

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe that change happens when brave ideas meet, when we collaborate, create innovation, and embrace creative solutions, that's how we create the future. We are constantly looking for qualified candidates who want to join our inclusive teams around the world. Join us and accelerate the green transition