Fredrik Hillbom
About Fredrik Hillbom
Fredrik Hillbom serves as the Sales Director for Airborne ISR at Saab, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in sales and marketing within the defense sector, having worked at Saab in various roles since 2009 and previously in the Swedish Armed Forces.
Work at Saab
Fredrik Hillbom has held multiple positions at Saab since 2009. He currently serves as the Sales Director for Airborne ISR, a role he has occupied since 2019. He also holds the position of Director for Marketing and Sales in Latin America, a position he has maintained since 2013. His previous roles at Saab include Sales Director for a brief period in 2011-2012, Manager of Business Management from 2012 to 2013, and Marketing and Business Development Manager from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he worked at Saab Aerotech as a Programme Manager in Supply Chain Development from 2007 to 2009 and as a Project Manager and Supply Chain Engineer from 2006 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Fredrik Hillbom studied at Chalmers University of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Logistics from 2005 to 2006. He also attended the Military Academy Norrtälje from 1997 to 1999 and the Military Academy Karlberg from 2003 to 2004. In 2016, he briefly studied at Escola Superior De Guerra (ESG). His educational background supports his expertise in logistics, military operations, and business management.
Background
Before joining Saab, Fredrik Hillbom served in various roles within Försvarsmakten, the Swedish Armed Forces. He was a Naval Officer from 2000 to 2004 and later served as a Company Commander from 2004 to 2005 and as a Deputy Platoon Commander from 1999 to 2000. His military experience has contributed to his leadership skills and understanding of defense and security sectors.
Career Progression
Fredrik Hillbom's career at Saab reflects a steady progression through various managerial and leadership roles. Starting as a Project Manager and Supply Chain Engineer at Saab Aerotech, he advanced to positions with increasing responsibility, including Programme Manager and Marketing and Business Development Manager. His return to Saab in 2013 as Director of Marketing and Sales in Latin America marked a significant step in his career, leading to his current role as Sales Director for Airborne ISR.