Bjorn Habberstad
About Bjorn Habberstad
Bjorn Habberstad serves as the Head of Product Unit Countermeasures and Aircraft Systems at Saab, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in various roles at Saab, including Chief Operating Officer and Director of multiple product areas.
Current Role at Saab
Bjorn Habberstad currently serves as the Head of Product Unit Countermeasures and Aircraft Systems at Saab, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of countermeasure systems and aircraft technologies. His leadership is instrumental in advancing Saab's capabilities in these critical areas within the aerospace and defense sectors.
Previous Positions at Saab
Bjorn Habberstad has held multiple significant roles at Saab. He was the Director Head of Product Area Gripen, Avionics Systems from 2013 to 2016. Following this, he served as Director Head of Business and Market Development, Avionics Systems from 2017 to 2018. His earlier positions include Director Head of Product Area D&R, Avionics Systems from 2011 to 2013, and Product Unit Manager for Gripen & UAV products from 2008 to 2011. He also worked as a Consultant at Saab Aerosystems France from 2006 to 2008.
Education and Expertise
Bjorn Habberstad studied Electrical Engineering at Kungliga Tekniska högskolan, where he achieved a Civilingenjörsexamen. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his extensive career in the aerospace and defense industry, particularly in avionics and product development.
Career Timeline at Saab
Bjorn Habberstad's career at Saab spans over 15 years, beginning with his role as a Consultant at Saab Aerosystems France from 2006 to 2008. He progressed through various leadership positions, including Product Unit Manager and Director roles, before becoming the Chief Operating Officer in 2019. He has been in his current role as Head of Product Unit Countermeasures and Aircraft Systems since 2021.