Karin Gunnstam
About Karin Gunnstam
Karin Gunnstam is the Manager of Flight Test and Verification at Saab, a position she has held since 2020. She has extensive experience in aeronautical engineering and project management, having worked in various roles at Saab, Shell Oil Company, Siemens, and Volvo.
Work at Saab
Karin Gunnstam has held multiple positions at Saab since joining the company in 2017. She currently serves as the Manager of Flight Test and Verification, a role she has held since 2020. Prior to this, she worked as a Systems Engineer in Aeronautical Store Integration for two years. In 2019, she briefly acted as the Manager of Aeronautical Store Integration for 11 months, further demonstrating her leadership capabilities within the organization.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before her tenure at Saab, Karin Gunnstam accumulated diverse engineering experience in various industries. She worked as a Project Manager at Shell Oil Company, focusing on corrosion under insulation for one year. Additionally, she served as an Application Engineer at Siemens Industrial Turbomachinery Ltd for six years, where she contributed to technical solutions in the turbomachinery sector. Her role as a Lead Engineer in product development at Volvo 3P further solidified her engineering expertise.
Educational Background
Karin Gunnstam studied at Luleå tekniska universitet, where she pursued a Master of Science in Material Engineering. Her studies spanned from 2000 to 2007, providing her with a solid foundation in material science that has supported her engineering career across various sectors.
Career Development
Throughout her career, Karin Gunnstam has demonstrated a commitment to professional growth and development. She transitioned from engineering roles to management positions, showcasing her ability to lead teams and projects effectively. Her diverse experiences across different companies and roles have equipped her with a broad skill set applicable to her current position at Saab.