Head of System Management

SAAB; Huskvarna; On-site; SEK 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SAAB in Huskvarna, Sweden is seeking an experienced Line Manager to lead the System Management department. The role involves providing strategic direction to a team of engineers, optimizing best practices in Systems Engineering, and collaborating across departments to meet organizational objectives.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Engineering, strong leadership abilities, and fluency in both English and Swedish. This position focuses on cultivating a supportive environment for team growth and operational success.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and line management experience.
• Experience in Systems Engineering work and product development lifecycles.
• Fluent in English and Swedish, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide strategic direction to the System Management department.
• Develop and implement best practices in Systems Engineering.
• Build collaboration and buy-in from stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Systems Engineering

Communication

Data-driven problem solving

Education

Master of Science in Engineering or related field

Job description

Your Role

Saab Training & Simulation is the leading provider of high fidelity training solutions for Live Simulation in the land domain. To continue driving innovation and growth, we're seeking a passionate and experienced Line Manager to lead our System Management department.

As a Line Manager, you will lead and provide strategic direction and guidance to 12 directly reporting System Engineers and one Line Manager who oversees 12 team members. You will help cultivate a collaborative environment that supports continuous growth, ensuring your team has the tools, trust, and support needed to reach their full potential.

Your key responsibilities will be in the area of:

• Ensure alignment between department objectives and overall organizational strategy and objectives.
• Take the lead to further develop and implement best practices, optimizing the quality and efficiency of our Systems Engineering, ensuring consistency and alignment across all departments.
• Responsible for building collaboration and buy-in from all stakeholders.
• Report to the Head of Operations Training Systems and actively contribute as a member of the Operations Training Systems Management Team, working collaboratively to achieve company objectives.

The System Management department has system ownership and is responsible for the planning and execution of system capability growth. We are focused on meeting both organizational targets and customer obligations, driving success and satisfaction.

Your Profile

We're looking for a line manager with strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach to solving complex problems. Your leadership is value-driven, and you have a proven ability to inspire and guide teams through change. You lead with a people-centered approach, recognizing the human side of transformation while continuously improving workflows and driving efficiency. You communicate clearly and effectively across teams, cultures, and countries, building strong relationships and encouraging collaboration. With solid business acumen and financial understanding, you keep both operational and strategic goals in focus.

To succeed in this role, you have:

• Proven leadership and line management experience.
• Experience in Systems Engineering work, product development lifecycles and a broad understanding of technical systems.
• Strong internal and external communication skills.
• Master of Science in Engineering or another related field.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English and Swedish.

This position requires that you pass a security vetting based on the current regulations around/of security protection. For positions requiring security clearance additional obligations on citizenship may apply.