Thord Johnson
About Thord Johnson
Thord Johnson is a Director and Head of Human Machine Interaction at Saab, where he has worked since 2020. He has held various managerial and engineering roles at Saab since 2007, contributing significantly to projects in Linköping, Sweden.
Current Role at Saab
Thord Johnson currently serves as the Director and Head of Human Machine Interaction for Gripen Design at Saab. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the development and integration of human-machine interfaces in advanced aerospace systems. His role focuses on enhancing the interaction between pilots and aircraft systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Previous Positions at Saab
Thord Johnson has held multiple managerial and technical roles at Saab over the years. He worked as a Manager from 2016 to 2018 and then as a Manager of the Project Office from 2018 to 2019. Prior to these roles, he served as a Technical Manager from 2007 to 2014 and again from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he was a Project Manager and Product Owner in various capacities between 2012 and 2020, demonstrating a broad range of expertise in project management and technical leadership.
Education and Expertise
Thord Johnson studied at Högskolan i Skövde, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Automation Engineer Technology/Technician from 1998 to 2002. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in automation and engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career at Saab.
Career Timeline at Saab
Thord Johnson's career at Saab spans over 15 years, beginning in 2007. His roles have evolved from Systems Engineer to various managerial positions, culminating in his current directorial role. His extensive experience includes significant contributions to project management, technical management, and human-machine interaction, reflecting his deep understanding of both engineering and operational aspects within the aerospace sector.