Meir Moalem

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PhD

PhD on Space Programs and Technologies Impact

Tel Aviv University
Tel Aviv, Central District, Israel

M.A.

M.A on Diplomacy and National Security

Grade: with honors

Ben Gurion University
Beer Sheva, Southern District, Israel

B.Sc.

B.Sc. in Physics and Computer Sciences

Grade: with honors

Awards

Israel's National Defense Award

Awarded By

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

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EGU General Assembly Conference Abstracts

Summary

Co-authored a paper on predicting thunderstorms, lightning, and sprites from the International Space Station.

Space ICT Assets as a Critical Element in Global Societal Issues

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IAC-2015, The 66th International Astronautical Congress, Jerusalem

Summary

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

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IAC-2015, The 66th International Astronautical Congress, Jerusalem

Summary

Presented a paper on nanodiamonds in space technology at the International Astronautical Congress.

Space Technology Impact On Society – The Peace Factor

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IAC-2015, The 66th International Astronautical Congress, Jerusalem

Summary

Presented a paper on the societal impact of space technology as a peace factor at the International Astronautical Congress.

Smaller Is Better

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IAC-2015, The 66th International Astronautical Congress, Jerusalem

Summary

Presented a paper titled "Smaller Is Better" at the International Astronautical Congress.

From Democratic Peace To Technology Peace?

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EISA 2015 9th Pan-European Conference on International Relations, Sicily

Summary

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

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J. Geophys. Res.

Summary

Contributed to a study determining the probable height of desert dust aerosol layers from space observations.

The Fourth Dimension

Published by

Maarachot

Summary

Authored an article titled "The Fourth Dimension" published in Maarachot.

Space-based observations of thunderstorms and TLEs during the MEIDEX sprite campaign

Published by

IAMAS (G-17), Beijing

Summary

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

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Joint Earth and Planetary Sciences meeting, Tokyo

Summary

Presented research on space-based observations of thunderstorms and TLEs during the MEIDEX-sprite campaign.

Space shuttle observation of an unusual transient atmospheric emission

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Geophys. Res. Lett.

Summary

Co-authored research on unusual transient atmospheric emissions observed from the space shuttle.

Transient airglow enhancement observed from the space shuttle Columbia during the MEIDEX sprite campaign

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Geophys. Res. Lett.

Summary

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

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Geophys. Res. Lett.

Summary

Contributed to a study on ground-based detection of TLE-producing lightning during the MEIDEX mission.

Possible detection of a conjugate sprite

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Eos Trans. AGU, Fall Meet. Suppl.

Summary

Presented poster on the possible detection of a conjugate sprite.

New observations of Sprites from the space shuttle

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J. Geophys. Res.

Summary

Contributed to a study on new sprite observations from the space shuttle, advancing understanding of atmospheric electrical phenomena.

Sprites, elves and other transient luminous events (TLEs) observed from the space shuttle Columbia during the Mediterranean Israeli Dust Experiment

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IUGG meeting, Sapporo

Summary

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

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XII ICAE meeting, Versailles

Summary

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)

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2nd SPECIAL II Annual Workshop, Frankfurt

Summary

Presented initial findings on sprite observations from the space shuttle during the MEIDEX experiment.

New space shuttle observations of transient luminous events during the MEIDEX

Published by

Eos Trans. AGU, Fall Meet. Suppl.

Summary

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)

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J. Atmos. Sol. Terr. Phys.

Summary

Co-authored research on sprite observations during the MEIDEX experiment, analyzing atmospheric phenomena.

Geo-location of sprites observed from the space shuttle Columbia during STS-107 using ELF methods

Published by

Eos Trans. AGU, Fall Meet. Suppl.

Summary

Presented research on geo-location of sprites observed from the Space Shuttle Columbia using ELF methods.

Coordinated global measurements of TLEs from the space shuttle during the Mediterranean Israeli Dust Experiment (MEIDEX)

Published by

URSI General Assembly, Maastricht

Summary

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.

Business Development & Finance

IPO Leadership, Fundraising, Financial Institutions Engagement, Broker Relations, Market Analysis, Technological Market Analysis, Negotiations, Strategic Consulting.

Technical & Scientific Acumen

Physics, Computer Sciences, Engineering R&D, Experiment Design & Testing, Space Technologies Impact, Atmospheric Physics, Data Analysis.

International Relations

International Collaboration, Global Partnerships, High-Level National Security Contacts, Inter-Agency Coordination.