Jan Palmkvist
About Jan Palmkvist
Jan Palmkvist serves as the Director of Product Management for Gripen at Saab AB, a position he has held since 2011. He has extensive experience in various roles within Saab, including Chief Project Engineer and Chief Engineer, and holds advanced degrees in Control Theory and Electrical Engineering.
Current Role at Saab
Jan Palmkvist serves as the Director of Product Management for Gripen at Saab AB. He has held this position since 2011, contributing to the strategic direction and management of the Gripen program. His role involves overseeing product development and ensuring alignment with market needs and technological advancements. Palmkvist's extensive experience in various engineering and management roles within Saab supports his leadership in this capacity.
Previous Experience at Saab
Jan Palmkvist has a substantial history with Saab AB, having worked in multiple roles since 2003. He was the Head of Product Management from 2008 to 2011, where he focused on product strategy and management. Prior to that, he served as Chief Project Engineer for Gripen from 2003 to 2006, overseeing project execution. Additionally, he worked as Chief Engineer for Skeldar from 2007 to 2008 and as Technical Project Manager for the Electronic Warfare System from 2010 to 2011, further solidifying his expertise in aerospace engineering.
Educational Background
Jan Palmkvist pursued his education at Linköping University, where he studied Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering, earning a Master of Science (MSc) degree from 1982 to 1986. He further advanced his studies in Control Theory, achieving a Licentiate degree from Tekniska högskolan vid Linköpings universitet between 1994 and 1997. This academic foundation has equipped him with the technical knowledge essential for his roles in aerospace engineering.
Career Timeline
Jan Palmkvist's career at Saab spans several key positions over nearly two decades. He began as Chief Project Engineer for Gripen from 2003 to 2006, followed by a role as Chief Engineer for Skeldar from 2007 to 2008. He then became Head of Product Management from 2008 to 2011. After a brief tenure as Technical Project Manager for the Electronic Warfare System, he assumed his current role as Director of Product Management for Gripen in 2011, where he continues to work.