The 21st Separate Mechanized Brigade is a Ukrainian military formation and its official recruitment centre helps people explore opportunities to serve. Established in early 2023, the brigade is part of Operational Command West and is based in Podilsk, Odesa region. Its personnel have trained at European training grounds, and the unit uses equipment supplied by Sweden, Germany and other allied countries.

The brigade’s structure includes mechanized, tank and artillery units, a battalion of unmanned systems, and specialist teams focused on areas such as reconnaissance, anti-tank operations and sniping. Its listed equipment includes Leopard 2A6 and upgraded 2A5 tanks, as well as CV90 infantry fighting vehicles. The brigade’s motto is “Always Free,” and it emphasizes service members’ motivation and preparation.

The recruitment centre invites applicants to consider military and support roles suited to their civilian experience. Vacancies span combat, technical, medical, administrative and creative work, including drone operation, driving, accounting, photography and design.