May 2024 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos · Tel Aviv District, Israel · Hybrid

• As a retired Colonel in the Israeli Defense Forces with hands-on experience in airspace defense, drone interception, and strategic threat assessment. I help governments, defense companies, and academic institutions navigate the legal, ethical, and operational challenges of autonomous systems.
• My advisory work bridges battlefield experience with academic depth - including a doctoral thesis on the legality of lethal autonomous weapons (LAWS) under international humanitarian law (IHL).
• I specialize in:
• Operational strategy for counter-UAS and airspace protection
• Implementation of AI in military-grade systems
• Legal risk assessment for LAWS and autonomous platforms
• Compliance with Article 36 weapon reviews and IHL obligations
• Dual-use innovation and regulatory alignment
• Current clients benefit from insights shaped by real-time warfare analysis (Israel–Gaza, Ukraine–Russia), deep regulatory knowledge, and a proven track record in shaping national drone defense policy (INDI).
• Skills: Counter-Drone Strategy · IHL Compliance · Article 36 Legal Review · Military Autonomy · Defense AI · UAV Operations · Public Speaking · Strategic Advisory

Apr 2021 – Present · 5 yrs · Hybrid

• Managing Israel’s National Experimental Test Center for Drones in Yeruham
• An initiative by the Ministry of Defense (MAFAT) and Ministry of Transport (Netivei Ayalon), in cooperation with Yeruham Municipality
• Led the national drone testing center in Yeruham – a joint initiative of MAFAT, the Ministry of Transport (Netivei Ayalon), and the Yeruham Municipality
• Oversaw more than 350 test flights over 4 years, covering detection, interception, and operational evaluations
• Coordinated testing for civilian, semi-military, and defense entities – with approximately 60% of operations serving civilian organizations
• Operated a dedicated 1,000-foot airspace over Yeruham – a unique achievement in Israel
• Managed collaboration between public and defense stakeholders to build a shared, functional test infrastructure

Mar 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 1 mo · Hybrid

• Matrix is one of Israel’s largest and most respected technology and consulting companies, employing over 12,000 professionals and delivering cutting-edge solutions across defense, homeland security, cyber, AI, and enterprise systems. The company serves government, military, and civilian sectors, with deep expertise in drone operations, counter-UAS technologies, command and control systems, and autonomous platforms.
• As part of Matrix, I serve as a subject-matter expert in unmanned aerial systems (UAS), focusing on operational deployment, regulation, testing, and multi-agency integration. I lead all testing operations for the Israeli National Drone Initiative (INDI) – a national program driven by the Israel Innovation Authority, Ministry of Transport, IAF, and CAAI.
• Key responsibilities and achievements:
• Managed over 25,000 drone sorties across 20+ urban environments, including BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) flights up to 70 km
• Authored flight protocols and post-mission assessments
• Led Israel’s first U-Space controlled demonstration in Tel Aviv, showcasing real-time managed urban drone traffic
• Acted as central integrator between stakeholders (government, military, industry), contributing to evolving national and international drone policy frameworks (including UN and WEF recognition)
• Ensured continued operational drone flights during wartime (e.g., Operation Iron Swords), supporting Israel Police and Home Front Command

Jan 2014 – Present · 12 yrs 3 mos · Hybrid

• Strategic advisor to leading defense companies, government agencies, and security organizations, specializing in modern air defense and integrated operational technologies:
• Consulting on air defense systems and strategic projects for the Israeli Air Force and MAFAT
• Leading conceptual development in near-ground airspace (ROKK), including anti-drone defense and aerial threat detection
• Supporting the design and deployment of UAVs, unmanned systems, and C4I infrastructures
• Advising on policy and regulatory frameworks for the Israeli National Drone Initiative
• Developing networked defense concepts and multi-domain operational models
• Bridging technical, operational, and legal-strategic thinking, especially in the context of autonomous systems and cross-organizational coordination

Jan 2014 – Mar 2021 · 7 yrs 2 mos · Center District, Israel · On-site

• Elbit Systems is a leading Israeli defense technology company specializing in military systems across air, land, sea, cyber, and space domains. During my 7 years at Elbit, I led two major initiatives combining operational leadership with technological innovation:
• 🔸 David's Sling System Integration (2014–2016)
• Directed full operational deployment of Israel's David's Sling active defense system
• Led nationwide IAF training programs and established the first centralized Interception Control Center
• Coordinated multi-organizational integration, achieving operational certification
• 🔸 Counter-UAS Business Line (2016–2021)
• Founded new product line integrating mobile/fixed C-UAS systems, AI-based aerial analysis, and mission-specific C2 centers
• Co-led ReDrone™ system development and deployment
• Managed a multidisciplinary team of 10+ specialists
• Delivered systems to 10+ international clients, establishing Elbit as key global C-UAS provider
• Recognized for strategic vision, operational-tech integration, and innovation in real-time defense systems.

Feb 1989 – Jan 2014 · 24 yrs 11 mos · Israel · On-site

• The Israeli Air Force (IAF) is globally recognized for its technological superiority, operational innovation, and elite personnel. As one of the most advanced air forces in the world, the IAF leads in areas such as command and control, integrated air defense, UAV operations, and cross-domain warfare.
• Over the course of 35 years, I served in a variety of operational, command, and strategic staff positions, both in the field and at headquarters levels.
• Key Leadership Roles: • Airborne Command & Control • UAV Operations • Air Defense Coordination • Tactical Airspace Management • Mission Control – Extensive experience in both airborne and ground-based command environments
• Education & International Training: • Graduate, Air Command and Staff College (ACSC) – Maxwell AFB, Alabama • Graduate, TAOC International Air Defense Course – Tyndall AFB, Florida.