Do you want to contribute to protecting the Defense's aircraft and helicopters against missiles and drones?

Electromagnetic warfare (EW) is about preventing, exploiting, or securing the use of the electromagnetic spectrum. The war in Ukraine has shown that EW disrupts drone navigation, blocks radio communications, locates and identifies enemy troops, and protects friendly forces. FFI contributes to providing the Norwegian Defense with superiority in the electromagnetic spectrum by developing world-class national competence in important EW technologies. We are now strengthening our capacity for applied research on EW for the Defense and are seeking new employees. You do not need to know anything about EW or the Defense beforehand – we will ensure that we provide you with the necessary training. Many of the technologies we work with are in rapid development, and it is important to us that you have updated knowledge in your strong areas. Therefore, we encourage you to apply even if you do not have long work experience yet. We are concerned with the group's collective competence, and we will assess how your competence contributes to strengthening the team's ability to solve missions. For us, the most important thing is that you have a good fundamental understanding of technology and a genuine desire to learn. Then you can become an expert in a field that is important for the Defense. We are looking for you who are motivated to participate in developing our competence within infrared and electro-optical sensors and weapon systems.

Tasks FFI shall contribute to ensuring that the Defense's aircraft and helicopters are well protected against today's and future threats. Analysis, testing, and evaluation of how different sensor technologies and systems react to different decoys and jamming signals is a central part of this work. The tasks will include: measuring infrared and electro-optical signatures using advanced cameras developing software for data collection and analysis testing, characterizing, and analyzing sensors and systems modeling and simulating infrared and electro-optical sensors and weapon systems performing studies and providing technical assistance to the Defense in large material procurements participating in fieldwork and in tests, trials, and exercises in the Defense participating in international military research cooperation Qualifications You must have: completed or be in the process of completing a master's degree in physics, cybernetics, electronics, computer science, or applied mathematics with very good results; knowledge within one or more of the areas: electro-optical systems, signal processing, data analysis, modeling and simulation, instrumentation, electronics; knowledge of programming (we use Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, and C/C++); good language skills in Norwegian and English. Our working language is Norwegian. You must also attach copies of diplomas from higher education and confirmation of experiences relevant to the position, within the application deadline. If you have completed higher education outside Norway, it must be approved by the Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir), and you must document the approval. It will count positively if you also have: knowledge of analysis and characterization of electro-optical systems knowledge of data science and machine learning knowledge of algorithms for target tracking using electro-optical sensors a doctorate with subjects within some of the areas mentioned above interest in defense and security FFI is subject to the Security Act, and as an employee, you will gain access to security-classified and protected information. For this position, this means that you must be security cleared and authorized at the level Secret / NATO Secret. You can read more about security clearance at ffi.no. Personal qualities You are interested in applied problems, are solution-oriented, and have an analytical approach to complex issues. You have good execution ability, are proactive, and have engagement. You are inspired by achieving results in collaboration with others, while being independent and able to solve tasks on your own. You appreciate tasks that provide professional challenges and professional development, and you are curious about new technology. You are flexible and adaptable in collaboration with colleagues and clients. Personal suitability will be emphasized. We want a diverse working environment and encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of age, gender, and background, gaps in the CV, or need for physical accommodation. We offer We have a unique, interdisciplinary environment with exciting challenges. We have flexible working hours and a shorter workday in the summer, paid meal breaks, free parking, a corporate sports club, company cabins, a subsidy scheme for training at fitness centers, and other social offerings. The salary at FFI follows the state's salary regulations and is calculated based on relevance, level, and length of education and experience. As a state employee, you are a member of the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (Statens pensjonskasse) and receive the benefits of this membership. You can read about pension, disability pension, group life insurance, occupational injury, and home loans on their websites. Further information about the position can be obtained by contacting research leader Tore Ulversøy at telephone 48 27 42 04. Send application by November 08, 2026. Contact information Tore Ulversøy, forskningsleder, 48 27 42 04 Workplace Instituttveien 20 2007 KJELLER Key information: Employer: Forsvarets forskningsinstitutt

Reference no.: 5188574812 Position percentage: 100% Permanent Application deadline: 08.11.2026 </BODY>