Klas Wahlström
About Klas Wahlström
Klas Wahlström is the Manager of R&D at SAAB Dynamics AB in Karlskoga, Sweden, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in engineering and management roles, particularly at Ericsson, where he worked for over a decade in various capacities.
Work at Saab Dynamics AB
Klas Wahlström has been serving as the Manager of Research and Development (R&D) at Saab Dynamics AB since 2018. His role involves overseeing various R&D initiatives within the company, which is based in Karlskoga, Sweden. With six years of experience in this position, Wahlström contributes to the development of advanced defense and security solutions.
Previous Experience at Ericsson
Wahlström has held multiple managerial roles at Ericsson, including Manager of Design Support for PIM RBS in Kumla from 2010 to 2012. He also served as Head of Engineering Sweden for Global PIM RBS from 2015 to 2017 and as Head of Engineering Kumla for PIM RBS from 2012 to 2014. His tenure at Ericsson spanned various positions in engineering and operations from 1993 to 2003, and he was a Product Quality Manager from 2004 to 2009.
Experience at BAE Systems Bofors
Before joining Saab Dynamics AB, Klas Wahlström worked at BAE Systems Bofors as Manager of R&D from 2017 to 2018. His role involved leading research and development efforts in the defense sector, contributing to innovative solutions during his one-year tenure in Karlskoga, Sweden.
International Experience in China
Wahlström gained international experience while working at Beijing SE Putian Mobile Communications Co. Ltd. as a Specialist in Surface Mount Assembly (SMA) from 2009 to 2010. This role provided him with insights into global manufacturing processes and operations in the telecommunications industry.
Education Background
Klas Wahlström studied at Rudbecksskolan in Örebro and later attended Örebro universitet. His educational background has equipped him with the foundational knowledge necessary for his extensive career in engineering and management within the technology and defense sectors.