Company Description

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

We are now making a strategic investment and have established the Defense segment within AFRY to focus on strategic resilience and security in the Nordic region. For more information, read:  AFRY Strengthens Its Ability to Support the Defense Sector with a New Segment | AFRY (https://afry.com/sv/newsroom/press-releases/afry-strengthens-its-ability-to-support-the-defense-sector-with-a-new-segment). Join us on our journey of expansion toward a stronger total defense.

Job Description

Do you have a strong ability to understand and develop complex technical systems? Are you accustomed to working with requirements throughout the entire lifecycle—from needs to verified solutions?

We are now seeking Systems Engineering Managers, Systems Engineers, or Technical Project Managers who want to help create robust, secure, and future-proof system solutions in the defense sector.

The defense sector is experiencing strong growth—and we want to grow together with you, someone who has the expertise, independence, and drive to take on responsibility in complex assignments.

Qualifications

Do you want to combine technical systems expertise with leadership and contribute to complex technical projects? With us, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a variety of assignments primarily in the defense sector, but also in the automotive and manufacturing industries.

As a Systems Engineering Manager or Technical Project Manager 

You’ll be responsible for ensuring sustainable and robust system solutions while leading and developing teams. This role combines technical systems expertise with leadership and business acumen, and you’ll feel confident in:

• Taking overall responsibility for systems engineering work
• Leading and supporting systems engineers in complex projects
• Making technical decisions and driving the work forward
• Serving as a key player in the dialogue with customers and other stakeholders
• Driving development in the field of systems engineering and training others

As a Systems Engineer / Systems Engineer

You will work independently or in a team with requirements and systems in various phases of the lifecycle. You have a clear systems-oriented mindset and can translate needs into technical solutions.

The work may include, among other things:

• Requirements management and refinement
• Architecture and design of system solutions
• System integration and interface management
• Verification and validation
• Configuration management
• Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)

We are looking for someone who:

• Are confident in your systems engineering expertise and can work independently on complex assignments
• Have a strong systems-oriented mindset and understand how components interact within the bigger picture
• Can translate business and customer needs into clear technical requirements
• Have experience working with systems throughout their entire lifecycle
• Have a good understanding of established methodologies and frameworks in Systems Engineering (e.g., INCOSE and ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288)
• Is accustomed to taking responsibility, driving work forward, and making well-informed decisions
• Academic degree at the college level or higher with a technical focus

For the role of Systems Engineering Manager/Project Manager, the following is required:

• Experience leading and developing teams
• Experience creating structure, clarity, and direction in complex projects
• Confidence in combining technology, business, and leadership

Desirable

• Certification in Systems Engineering (e.g., INCOSE CSEP/ASEP)
• Experience with requirements management tools
• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE)
• Experience with large-scale projects in the defense sector

Security Clearance & Education Verification

Our assignments are varied, and many are in security-classified areas, which means you may need to undergo a security clearance process before starting with us. Swedish citizenship is required. For all recruitments at AFRY, an identity check, reference checks, and verification of education are always conducted as a standard procedure prior to employment.

Business travel may be required. 

Locations: Solna, Uppsala, and Enköping

Additional Information

At AFRY, we offer a modern workplace with a global perspective, a collective bargaining agreement, and a range of employee benefits. Our employee club, Club AFRY, organizes social activities to strengthen our sense of community.

Learn more about our defense sector here: https://afry.com/sv/erbjudande/forsvar 

We look forward to receiving your application, including your resume and a brief introduction about yourself. Please apply via the link below, as we do not accept applications via email.

Application deadline: November 20, 2026. 

Contact information for questions: Veronica Johansson, Group Manager Systems Engineering, veronica.johansson@afry.com 

Ellinor Danielsson, Talent Acquisition Partner, ellinor.danielsson@afry.com

We kindly ask that staffing and recruitment agencies, as well as sellers of additional job ads, refrain from contacting us directly.

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe that change happens when bold ideas come together, when we collaborate, create innovation, and embrace creative solutions—that’s how we shape the future. We are constantly seeking qualified candidates who want to join our inclusive teams around the world. Join us and help accelerate the green transition