Douglas Cau
About Douglas Cau
Douglas Cau is a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Combat Systems and C4I Air at Saab, with a background in Aerospace Engineering from KTH Royal Institute of Technology. He has extensive experience in software engineering, having worked at various companies including DynamicSource AB and FOI.
Work at Saab
Douglas Cau has been employed at Saab since 2021, serving as a Senior Software Engineer in the Combat Systems division, specifically focusing on C4I Air. In this role, he is involved in the development and implementation of software solutions that enhance combat system capabilities. His experience in this area contributes to Saab's commitment to delivering advanced defense and security solutions.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Saab, Douglas Cau worked at DynamicSource AB from 2019 to 2021 as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Aircraft Performance. Prior to that, he held positions at Sjöland & Thyselius AB, where he worked as a Software Engineer from 2010 to 2013 and completed a Master Thesis Project in 2010. Additionally, he served as a Software Engineer at FOI from 2013 to 2018, where he was involved in projects at the Swedish Air Force Combat Simulation Centre and later became a Project Manager there from 2018 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Douglas Cau studied Aerospace Engineering at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, where he earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree from 2005 to 2010. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in aerospace principles and engineering practices, which he applies in his current role and previous positions in the defense and aerospace sectors.
Background
Douglas Cau completed his secondary education at York Community High School in Elmhurst, Illinois, where he participated as a Foreign Exchange Student. This experience contributed to his international perspective and adaptability, which are valuable in his professional career in software engineering and aerospace.