Magnus Lewis Olsson
About Magnus Lewis Olsson
Magnus Lewis Olsson is a director with extensive experience in the defense sector, having served as a fighter pilot in the Swedish Air Force and held various leadership roles at Saab companies. He currently serves as Vice Chairman of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in London and has been involved in the defense industry for over three decades.
Work at Saab
Magnus Lewis Olsson has held multiple positions at Saab since 2012. He currently serves as Director at Saab Grintek Defence in Centurion, South Africa. His previous roles include President of Saab South Africa from 2012 to 2015 and CEO of Saab Grintek Defence during the same period. Additionally, he has been the Chairman of Saab UK since 2017. His experience at Saab encompasses various leadership and strategic roles that contribute to the company's operations in defense and technology.
Military Experience
Magnus Lewis Olsson served in the Swedish Air Force as a Lieutenant Colonel Fighter Pilot from 1989 to 1999. This decade-long experience provided him with extensive knowledge in military aviation and operations. His training as a fighter pilot was completed at the Swedish Air Force, where he studied from 1989 to 1992, achieving the necessary qualifications for his military career.
Education and Expertise
Magnus Lewis Olsson studied Engineering Physics at Chalmers University of Technology from 1985 to 1989, earning a Master's degree. His educational background, combined with his military training as a fighter pilot, has equipped him with a solid foundation in both engineering and aviation. This expertise has been instrumental in his roles within the defense sector.
Leadership Roles
In addition to his work at Saab, Magnus Lewis Olsson has been actively involved in the Swedish Chamber of Commerce as Vice Chairman since 2018 in London, UK. His leadership extends beyond his corporate roles, reflecting his commitment to fostering business relations and supporting the Swedish community abroad.
Previous Positions
Before his current roles, Magnus Lewis Olsson worked as Campaign Director at Gripen International from 2008 to 2011 and held similar positions at Saab AB as Campaign Director/Test Pilot from 2008 to 2011 and as Test Pilot from 1999 to 2007. These positions contributed to his extensive experience in defense campaigns and aircraft testing.