Petra Dike
About Petra Dike
Petra Dike is an Operativ Chef at Saab, with extensive experience in avionics and tactical systems management. She has held various leadership roles at Saab since 2016 and has a strong educational background in civil engineering.
Work at Saab
Petra Dike has held multiple leadership positions at Saab, contributing significantly to the development and management of avionics systems. She worked as a Project Manager for the Avionics Platform & Infrastructure of the JAS39 Gripen E from 2016 to 2020. Following this role, she served as the Manager and Head of Systems Engineering Management for Avionics & Tactical Systems in the Gripen C/D business unit from 2020 to 2023. Currently, she is the Operativ Chef at Saab, a position she has held since 2023. Her tenure at Saab has been marked by a focus on complex aerospace systems engineering.
Education and Expertise
Petra Dike has a strong educational foundation in civil engineering, having earned a Master's degree from The Faculty of Engineering at Lund University from 1994 to 1998. She furthered her expertise in aerospace through studies at ISAE-SUPAERO, achieving the ECATA certification since 2019. Additionally, she completed Saab's internal management training program from 2007 to 2008. This combination of formal education and specialized training has equipped her with a deep understanding of avionics and tactical systems.
Background
Petra Dike's educational journey began at Gullstrandskolan, where she studied from 1991 to 1994. Her background in civil engineering has been instrumental in her career in aerospace, particularly in systems engineering. Over the years, she has progressed through various leadership roles at Saab, demonstrating her capability in managing complex projects and teams within the aerospace sector.
Achievements
Throughout her career at Saab, Petra Dike has been involved in significant projects, including the development and management of avionics systems for the JAS39 Gripen E fighter jet. Her leadership roles have allowed her to influence the direction of systems engineering for tactical, avionics, and display systems within the Gripen business unit. Her achievements reflect her extensive experience and commitment to advancing aerospace technology.