Roland Persson
About Roland Persson
Roland Persson is a Programme Director with extensive experience in project management and system development, currently working at Saab since 2018. He has held various roles in the defense, automotive, and telecommunications industries, including a long tenure at Veoneer as Senior Project Manager since 2008.
Current Role at Veoneer
Roland Persson has been employed at Veoneer as a Senior Project Manager since 2008. He has accumulated 16 years of experience in this role, based in Linkoping, Sweden. His responsibilities include overseeing various projects within the organization, contributing to the development of advanced automotive safety systems.
Experience at Saab Dynamics
Persson has a background in program management, specifically focusing on underwater systems during his tenure at Saab Dynamics. His experience in this area highlights his expertise in managing complex projects within the defense sector.
Previous Positions in Telecommunications and Consulting
Before his current roles, Persson worked at Teligent as an Account Manager from 2002 to 2004 and later served as Site Manager from 2000 to 2002. He also held positions as a Senior Consultant at Knowit for seven months in 2008 and at Tritech Technology AB from 2006 to 2008. These roles contributed to his diverse skill set in project management and account management.
Educational Background
Persson studied at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) from 1984 to 1985, focusing on Mathematics, Physics, and English. He then attended Linköping University, where he earned a Master of Science degree in Physics and Electronics from 1985 to 1990. His educational background supports his technical expertise in various engineering fields.
Career Development in Defense, Automotive, and Telecommunications
Throughout his career, Persson has held diverse roles across the defense, automotive, and telecommunications industries. His positions have included system developer and engineering manager, reflecting his broad skill set in project management, account management, and system development.