Marcus Berggren
About Marcus Berggren
Marcus Berggren is a Configuration Manager at Saab, with a background in configuration management and experience in significant defense projects like the Gripen E/F. He has previously held roles at Siemens and Combitech Sverige, and has a strong educational foundation in engineering and management.
Current Role at Saab
Marcus Berggren serves as a Configuration Manager at Saab since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for managing the configuration of complex systems, specifically in the context of the Gripen E/F project. His work involves collaboration with various engineering teams to ensure the integrity and traceability of the aircraft's configuration. This position is critical in maintaining the operational readiness and performance of the Gripen E/F aircraft.
Previous Experience at Combitech Sverige
Before joining Saab, Marcus worked at Combitech Sverige as an IT Consultant from 2019 to 2022. During his three years there, he participated in the Combitech Talent Program, which focuses on developing skills in IT and engineering. His role involved providing IT solutions and support, contributing to various projects within the organization.
Internship and Thesis at Siemens
Marcus Berggren gained valuable experience during his time at Siemens. He completed a summer internship in 2016 for 11 months in Finspång, Sweden, where he was exposed to practical applications in engineering. In 2019, he returned to Siemens to work on his Master Thesis for 11 months, further enhancing his knowledge and skills in the field.
Educational Background
Marcus has a diverse educational background. He studied Natural Science at Upper Secondary School in Eksjö from 2009 to 2012. He then pursued a Master of Science in Industrial Management and Engineering at Blekinge Institute of Technology from 2014 to 2019. Additionally, he studied Management Engineering at Politecnico di Milano for one year in 2018-2019 and completed a program in International Business at Shanghai Polytechnic University in 2017.
Early Career and Skills Development
Marcus began his career as a Microwave Assembler at Pema People AB from 2013 to 2014. He also worked at Siemens in various roles, including as a Production Planner in Additive Manufacturing in 2018 and 2019. These positions provided him with foundational skills in production planning and configuration management, which are essential for his current role at Saab.