System Engineer -Tactical Data Links

Saab; Solna kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab is seeking a Systems Engineer specializing in NATO Tactical Data Links to join the Naval Combat Systems group. You will design, develop, maintain and support mission-critical communication capabilities for domestic and international military platforms.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers and military stakeholders to ensure NATO-standard interoperability, participate in testing, integration and documentation, and stay current with evolving tactical data link

Qualifications

• Experience with NATO Tactical Data Links (Link 16/22, JREAP, MIDS) and related interoperability.
• Strong systems engineering knowledge for complex, mission-critical systems.
• Excellent communication skills in English and ability to work across international teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Tactical Data Link solutions with customers, engineers, suppliers and military stakeholders.
• Integrate Tactical Data Link capabilities into Naval Combat Systems across platforms and units.
• Participate in testing and verification to ensure reliability, security and performance.
• Provide maintenance and support for deployed systems and implement enhancements.
• Create technical documentation and user training materials.

Skills

Tactical Data Links

Systems engineering

Multinational collaboration

Problem solving

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/Physics/CS

Job description

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Your Role

Do you want to help ensure that naval platforms can share real-time situational awareness and tactical information with NATO allies around the world? Do you have experience working with Link 16, Link 22, MIDS, JREAP, Combat Management Systems, or other tactical communication solutions? If so, this could be an opportunity for you.

As a Systems Engineer specializing in NATO Tactical Data Links, you will join our growing Systems Engineering team within Naval Combat Systems, where we develop the next generation of advanced naval defense solutions. You will work in a multidisciplinary environment, designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting mission‑critical communication capabilities for both domestic and international military platforms.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Design and Development: Collaborate with customers, engineers, suppliers, and military stakeholders to design and develop state‑of‑the‑art Tactical Data Link solutions, ensuring interoperability and compliance with NATO standards and doctrines.
• Systems Integration: Play a key role in integrating Tactical Data Link capabilities into advanced Naval Combat Systems, enabling seamless communication and information exchange across multiple platforms and units.
• Testing and Verification: Participate in testing and verification activities to ensure system reliability, security, performance, and operational effectiveness.
• Maintenance and Support: Provide ongoing support for deployed systems, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement enhancements to improve system functionality and availability.
• Training and Documentation: Contribute to the development of technical documentation and user training materials to ensure effective operation and understanding of system capabilities.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Work closely with cross‑functional teams and external partners in an international environment, communicating technical solutions and driving successful project outcomes.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with developments in Tactical Data Links and related defense technologies, identifying opportunities to improve system performance and operational capability.

In this role, you will contribute to the continued development of some of the world's most advanced naval combat systems. Our solutions are deployed on naval platforms such as surface vessels and submarines, where they integrate information from sensors, tactical data links, and weapon systems to provide operators with the best possible decision support in demanding operational environments.

Your Profile

This position requires experience from similar roles and technical domains within the defense industry or other highly complex system environments. We believe you bring experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Tactical Data Links, such as Link 16, Link 22, JREAP, MIDS, or equivalent solutions.
• Combat Management Systems.
• C4ISR systems.
• Military communication systems.
• Complex system integration and systems‑of‑systems environments.

We are looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a proactive and structured approach to problem‑solving. You are an effective communicator who enjoys collaborating with stakeholders from diverse technical and operational backgrounds and can build strong professional relationships across the organization.

To be successful in this role, you should also have:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong systems engineering knowledge and experience working with complex technical systems.
• In‑depth understanding of NATO Tactical Data Links, including Link 16, Link 22, JREAP‑C, associated standards, architectures, and interoperability requirements.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to think critically, solve complex problems, and adapt to evolving operational requirements.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience working in multinational environments and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.

We offer specialized training programs tailored to your experience and development goals, along with the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled and engaged colleagues in a collaborative environment. This role provides a unique opportunity to build deep expertise in naval combat systems and tactical data links, creating a strong foundation for continued professional growth and future career opportunities within the organization.

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.

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Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here