Richard Johansson
About Richard Johansson
Richard Johansson is a Composite Technician with a background in automotive studies and extensive experience in the automotive industry, including roles at Koenigsegg Automotive AB and Rocket Lab.
Work at Rocket Lab
Richard Johansson has been employed at Rocket Lab as a Composite Technician since 2019. His role involves working with composite materials, which are essential in the aerospace industry for building lightweight and strong components. Based in Auckland, New Zealand, he contributes to the development and manufacturing processes that support Rocket Lab's mission to provide reliable and cost-effective launch services.
Previous Experience at Koenigsegg Automotive AB
Before joining Rocket Lab, Richard Johansson worked at Koenigsegg Automotive AB in various roles. He served as Team Leader Body Alignment from 2014 to 2018, where he oversaw the alignment processes for vehicle bodies. In 2018, he transitioned to the position of Prototype Technician for a duration of nine months. His experience at Koenigsegg provided him with valuable insights into high-performance automotive engineering.
Career at KARLSKOGA BILSKADECENTER AB
Richard Johansson began his career at KARLSKOGA BILSKADECENTER AB, where he worked as a Panel Beater from 2006 to 2011. During his five years in this role, he developed skills in vehicle body repair and restoration, laying the foundation for his future work in the automotive and aerospace sectors.
Education and Expertise
Richard Johansson studied at Fordons Utbildningar Örebro, where he completed a two-year program in Automotive from 2004 to 2006. This education provided him with a solid grounding in automotive technology and repair, which has been instrumental in his subsequent career in both automotive and aerospace industries.