Founder, CEO & Strategic Technology Leader in Aerospace & Defense
Tel Aviv, IL.
About
Highly accomplished Founder, CEO, and Strategic Technology Leader with over 25 years of experience driving innovation and growth in the global aerospace, defense, and space industries. Proven expertise in leading publicly listed companies, securing significant funding through IPOs, and managing multi-million dollar R&D projects. Combines deep technical knowledge in physics and computer science with exceptional strategic planning, international collaboration, and operational leadership to deliver impactful results and shape future industry landscapes.
Work
MultiModis M.M. Ltd.
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Founder and Owner, Strategic Technology Consulting Company
Tel Aviv, Central District, Israel
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Summary
Founded and led MultiModis M.M. Ltd., providing strategic technology consulting and project management services to the aerospace market and industry.
Highlights
Delivered comprehensive project management and control, ensuring successful execution of complex aerospace initiatives from inception to completion.
Specialized in customer requirements specification and the overall management of project contractual documents, including Statements of Work (SOW) and technical specifications.
Led critical negotiations and developed robust work plans, optimizing project timelines and resource allocation for aerospace clients.
Designed and implemented risk management programs, strategic consulting for decision-making under uncertainty, and comprehensive market/technological analysis, including "Red Team" services.
Sky and Space Global
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Founder, CEO and Managing Director, COO
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Summary
Led Sky and Space Global, an Australian Securities Exchange listed company, driving its strategic vision and operational execution within the international New Space sector.
Highlights
Successfully managed an Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: SAS) listed company, overseeing all operational, strategic, and regulatory aspects.
Spearheaded multiple IPOs and sophisticated fundraising activities, securing essential capital for company growth and international expansion.
Cultivated and managed critical relationships with global financial institutions, brokers, and international Space Agencies, ensuring strategic partnerships and regulatory compliance.
Directed the development and market penetration of an international New Space company, positioning it for leadership in emerging satellite communication technologies.
Israel Defense Forces (IDF)
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Special Project Manager, UAS, Space and Intelligence Division
Tel Aviv, Central District, Israel
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Summary
Managed strategic projects within the UAS, Space, and Intelligence Division, overseeing planning, development, and risk management for critical national security initiatives.
Highlights
Managed multi-million dollar project budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and optimal resource utilization for high-stakes defense programs.
Directed engineering R&D, experiments, and tests, driving innovation and technological advancement in space and intelligence systems.
Led and managed cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration across commercial and military sectors in Israel and internationally.
Developed and implemented strategic security requirements, project initiation, and design management, maintaining total responsibility for planning and risk management of final products.
Conducted and managed comprehensive RFP processes, including proposal analysis and evaluation, alongside internal and external audits to ensure compliance and efficiency.
Israel Air Force (IAF)
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Space Systems Project Officer and Branch Commander
Tel Aviv, Central District, Israel
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Summary
Spearheaded the development and management of strategic space systems projects, fostering international collaboration for the Israel Air Force.
Highlights
Developed and executed a comprehensive space vision and roadmap for the IAF, establishing a foundational strategy for future space operations.
Orchestrated international cooperation initiatives with leading space agencies, including NASA and ESA, facilitating joint projects and knowledge exchange.
Led the Israel Astronaut Project and directed the MEIDEX experiment aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia, contributing significantly to space research and national prestige.
Managed all aspects of space projects, from defining requirements and engineering specifications to technological analysis and overall project control.
Israel Air Force (IAF)
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Deputy Squadron Commander
Tel Aviv, Central District, Israel
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Summary
Administered an operational IAF airport, ensuring full operational capabilities and leading organizational restructuring initiatives.
Highlights
Administered an operational IAF airport, maintaining full operational capabilities and managing complex daily activities and exercises.
Led and managed organizational procedures, including a comprehensive base reorganization and personnel changes, enhancing operational efficiency.
Ensured the seamless execution of operational activities, demonstrating strong leadership in a high-pressure military environment.
Israel Air Force (IAF)
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Air Force Academy Flight Instructor
Tel Aviv, Central District, Israel
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Summary
Instructed and commanded flight school cadets, developing and implementing comprehensive instructional programs at the Air Force Academy.
Highlights
Commanded flight school cadets, instilling discipline and advanced aviation skills in aspiring pilots.
Designed and implemented innovative instructional programs, enhancing the effectiveness of flight training curricula.
Provided expert flight instruction, contributing to the development of highly skilled and proficient aircrew.
Education
Tel Aviv University
Tel Aviv, Central District, Israel
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PhDPhD on Space Programs and Technologies Impact
Tel Aviv University
Tel Aviv, Central District, Israel
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M.A.M.A on Diplomacy and National SecurityGrade: with honors
Ben Gurion University
Beer Sheva, Southern District, Israel
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B.Sc.B.Sc. in Physics and Computer SciencesGrade: with honors
Awards
Israel's National Defense Award
Israel
Recognized for significant contributions to national defense, demonstrating exceptional leadership and impact in critical security initiatives.
Publications
Predicting thunderstorms, lightning and sprites for global observations from the International Space Station
EGU General Assembly Conference Abstracts
Co-authored a paper on predicting thunderstorms, lightning, and sprites from the International Space Station.
Smaller Is Better
IAC-2015, The 66th International Astronautical Congress, Jerusalem
Presented a paper titled "Smaller Is Better" at the International Astronautical Congress.
Space Technology Impact On Society – The Peace Factor
IAC-2015, The 66th International Astronautical Congress, Jerusalem
Presented a paper on the societal impact of space technology as a peace factor at the International Astronautical Congress.
Space ICT Assets as a Critical Element in Global Societal Issues
IAC-2015, The 66th International Astronautical Congress, Jerusalem
Presented a paper on Space ICT Assets as a critical element in global societal issues at the International Astronautical Congress.
Nanodiamonds are Space Technology Best Friends
IAC-2015, The 66th International Astronautical Congress, Jerusalem
Presented a paper on nanodiamonds in space technology at the International Astronautical Congress.
From Democratic Peace To Technology Peace?
EISA 2015 9th Pan-European Conference on International Relations, Sicily
Presented a paper on the relationship between democratic peace and technology peace at the EISA conference.
Determination of the most probable height of desert dust aerosol layer from space
J. Geophys. Res.
Contributed to a study determining the probable height of desert dust aerosol layers from space observations.
The Fourth Dimension
Maarachot
Authored an article titled "The Fourth Dimension" published in Maarachot.
Space-based observations of thunderstorms and TLEs during the MEIDEX sprite campaign
IAMAS (G-17), Beijing
Presented research on space-based observations of thunderstorms and TLEs during the MEIDEX sprite campaign.
Space-based Observations of Thunderstorms and TLEs during the MEIDEX-sprite campaign
Joint Earth and Planetary Sciences meeting, Tokyo
Presented research on space-based observations of thunderstorms and TLEs during the MEIDEX-sprite campaign.
Space shuttle observation of an unusual transient atmospheric emission
Geophys. Res. Lett.
Co-authored research on unusual transient atmospheric emissions observed from the space shuttle.
New observations of Sprites from the space shuttle
J. Geophys. Res.
Contributed to a study on new sprite observations from the space shuttle, advancing understanding of atmospheric electrical phenomena.
Transient airglow enhancement observed from the space shuttle Columbia during the MEIDEX sprite campaign
Geophys. Res. Lett.
Co-authored research on transient airglow enhancement observed during the MEIDEX campaign aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia.
Ground-based detection of TLE-producing intense lightning during the MEIDEX mission on board the space shuttle Columbia
Geophys. Res. Lett.
Contributed to a study on ground-based detection of TLE-producing lightning during the MEIDEX mission.
Possible detection of a conjugate sprite
Eos Trans. AGU, Fall Meet. Suppl.
Presented poster on the possible detection of a conjugate sprite.
Sprites, elves and other transient luminous events (TLEs) observed from the space shuttle Columbia during the Mediterranean Israeli Dust Experiment
IUGG meeting, Sapporo
Presented invited research on TLEs observed from the Space Shuttle Columbia during MEIDEX.
Coordinated observations of sprites and other TLEs from the space shuttle during the MEIDEX
XII ICAE meeting, Versailles
Presented findings on coordinated observations of sprites and other TLEs from the space shuttle during MEIDEX.
Initial results of sprite observations from the space shuttle during the Mediterranean Israeli Dust Experiment (MEIDEX)
2nd SPECIAL II Annual Workshop, Frankfurt
Presented initial findings on sprite observations from the space shuttle during the MEIDEX experiment.
Geo-location of sprites observed from the space shuttle Columbia during STS-107 using ELF methods
Eos Trans. AGU, Fall Meet. Suppl.
Presented research on geo-location of sprites observed from the Space Shuttle Columbia using ELF methods.
New space shuttle observations of transient luminous events during the MEIDEX
Eos Trans. AGU, Fall Meet. Suppl.
Presented invited research on new space shuttle observations of transient luminous events during MEIDEX.
Sprite observations from the space shuttle during the Mediterranean Israeli Dust Experiment (MEIDEX)
J. Atmos. Sol. Terr. Phys.
Co-authored research on sprite observations during the MEIDEX experiment, analyzing atmospheric phenomena.
Coordinated global measurements of TLEs from the space shuttle during the Mediterranean Israeli Dust Experiment (MEIDEX)
URSI General Assembly, Maastricht
Presented research on coordinated global measurements of Transient Luminous Events (TLEs) from the space shuttle during MEIDEX.
Skills
Leadership & Management
CEO Leadership, Managing Director, Strategic Planning, Organizational Leadership, Team Management, Operational Management, Risk Management, Decision Making Under Uncertainty, Auditing.
Aerospace & Defense Expertise
Space Systems, UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems), Intelligence Division, National Security, Space Programs, Aerospace Market, New Space Industry, International Space Agencies (NASA, ESA), Flight Instruction, Air Force Operations.
Project & Program Management
Project Management, Program Management, Project Control, Customer Requirements Specification, Contractual Documents (SOW, Technical Specification), Work Plan Creation & Control, R&D Management, RFP Processes, Proposal Analysis & Evaluation.