We are looking for an Operational Support Technician to join our Training Services team in Nowa Dęba, Poland.
At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push the boundaries of what is technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place.
What you will be a part of
Business Unit Training & Simulation develops and manufactures training systems, mainly for military users. Our offer is wide-ranging and includes the provision of world-leading laser simulators for live training, force on target applications, virtual simulation capabilities and training services. Training & Simulation operates globally with more than 650 employees in twelve different countries and we are now expanding our footprint with new training facilities in Poland.

Your future challenge
Since Saab was started, we have strived to keep people and society safe. It is a basic human need to feel safe and, as we see it, a human right. Through systems and solutions that increase security, we can make this possible.
By improving and updating technological systems and solutions, we increase security in society, for its citizens and for those whose job it is to maintain security.
In this role you will use your knowledge, expertise and technical know-how to contribute to the training of the Polish Armed Forces and their partners, bringing their skills to the next level and helping create a secure environment in Europe.
Saab Training & Simulation has been contracted to provide laser-based training, simulation and support services to the Polish Armed Forces at 5 key training sites in Poland.
Your role
In this role, you will be based at our training facility in Nowa Dęba and will receive full training to become the subject matter expert for all matters related to Saab’s laser-based simulation system and its wide array of applications and sub-systems. This system is vital in providing simulation and training support to the Polish Armed Forces and you will be a key player in the training set-up at your designated site.
You will report directly to the Deputy Support Manager who will be co-located at your site and who will have overall responsibility for the delivery of training services. He/she will also be your link into the main hub of the Polish CTC in Drawsko Pomorskie, as well as the headquarters of Saab Training & Simulation in Huskvarna, Sweden. You will work as part of a tight team of 4, each with specific skills and responsibilities.
As Operational Support Technician for our Nowa Dęba operation, you will play a key role in ensuring that all of our simulators are maintained, distributed and configured to deliver the best possible training experience to the customer. You need to be open, loyal and honest, trust your co-workers and honour agreements, decisions and processes.
The role would suit a high-quality electrical and mechanical technician with a strong analytic approach and the capacity to find practical and pragmatic solutions under pressure.
Your main responsibilities will include:

• Deploy on field exercises in support of Polish and multinational Armed Forces, providing field-based and back-office support to your team and the customer.

• Troubleshooting, fault-finding, maintenance and repair of sophisticated simulation sub-systems and delivery of rapid solutions.

• Use your extensive knowledge and understanding of the simulation systems to advise the customer and to optimize their use towards the training audience.

• Provide on-demand equipment training to the customer and other stakeholders.

• Support the Deputy Support Manager in keeping all equipment in good working order and ensure availability according to the contract, carrying out routine maintenance and repairs as necessary.

• Be prepared to deploy to support occasional Saab exercises or operations across Europe.

Skills and experience

• Analytic IT and technical skills in order to identify faults in simulation systems and make effective repairs.
• A strong technical interest and the capability to analyse problems and make quick solutions that will keep our simulation systems operational.
• A strong drive and can-do attitude with a focus on delivery
• Fluency in Polish, both written and spoken. Working knowledge of spoken English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Full driving licence
• Readiness to travel internationally, without restrictions.

National and international travel is part of the role.
This position requires the successful applicant to be able to be granted access to Polish military establishments and therefore requires that you pass a security vetting based on the current regulations regarding security protection. For positions requiring security clearance, additional obligations on citizenship may apply.
For further information, feel free to contact the Recruiting Manager, Kevin Shearman kevin.shearman@saabgroup.com or the Capability Manager, Maciej Gąłazka maciej.galazka@saabgroup.com
Please submit your application in English by 13th September 2024 at the latest.
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We look forward to your application!
If you aspire to help create and innovate whilst developing yourself in a learning culture, Saab may well have the perfect conditions for you to grow. We pride ourselves on a nurturing environment, where everyone is different yet we share the same goal – to keep people and society safe.