Sami Lehtonen
About Sami Lehtonen
Sami Lehtonen is an Approval Specialist at Vaisala, where he has worked since 2019, following a four-year tenure as Senior EMC Test Specialist. With extensive experience in regulatory approvals and EMC testing, he has contributed significantly to Vaisala's wireless projects and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications Engineering.
Work at Vaisala
Sami Lehtonen currently serves as an Approval Specialist at Vaisala, a position he has held since 2019. His role involves managing regulatory and country-specific radio equipment approvals for Vaisala's radio products. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior EMC Test Specialist from 2015 to 2019, where he focused on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing. His contributions support Vaisala's wireless projects in research and development, aiding in the advancement and approval of innovative radio technologies.
Previous Experience at Nokia
Sami Lehtonen worked at Nokia for a total of nine years in various roles. He served as a Test System Manager in EMC from 2005 to 2014, where he managed testing systems and ensured compliance with EMC standards. Earlier in his career at Nokia, from 1995 to 2000, he was involved in electronic repair. This extensive experience at Nokia provided him with a solid foundation in EMC development and testing.
Education and Expertise
Sami Lehtonen holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications Engineering with a focus on embedded systems from Turku University of Applied Sciences, which he completed from 2000 to 2004. He has received FINAS ISO 17025 training, demonstrating proficiency in laboratory quality management systems. His expertise includes EMC development, certification, and verification testing, supported by his involvement in internal audits and official documentation processes.
Career at Microsoft and Other Roles
Sami Lehtonen worked at Microsoft as a Specialist in EMC for one year from 2014 to 2015. Prior to that, he had a brief tenure at Sasken Finland Oy as a consultant from 2004 to 2005. He also gained experience as a Summer Trainee at Lounea Oy from 2001 to 2004. These roles contributed to his comprehensive understanding of EMC and regulatory compliance.