Appointment of Major General (Ret.) Yoav Har-Even to Ondas Autonomous Systems Board Signals Push for Global Defense Expansion
Leadership Appointment Aims to Deepen Defense Partnerships and Accelerate Technology Integration
Ondas Holdings (NASDAQ:ONDS) has made a high-profile addition to its Ondas Autonomous Systems (OAS) Advisory Board: Major General (Ret.) Yoav Har-Even, former President & CEO of Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and a key figure in developing Israel’s Iron Dome. Har-Even’s four-decade career in global defense positions Ondas for accelerated international expansion, technical advancement, and greater penetration in allied defense markets.
Why Har-Even’s Experience Aligns With OAS’ Global Ambitions
Har-Even brings not just operational know-how, but also direct leadership over major international collaborations and technology integration. As CEO of Rafael, he guided growth in over 80 countries and oversaw iconic programs like the Iron Dome and Trophy Active Protection systems—both recognized as breakthrough innovations in air, land, and cyber defense.
His appointment comes as OAS reports record international orders for its Optimus and Iron Drone Raider platforms across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, highlighting the strategic need for globally tested leadership to guide Ondas through this scaling phase.
Board Expansion Designed for Strategic Growth and Multi-Domain Defense Integration
According to Eric Brock, CEO of Ondas, and OAS Co-CEO Oshri Lugassy, Har-Even’s military and executive pedigree will help direct the company’s push to integrate AI-driven defense, airspace protection, and ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) technologies into allied operational environments. This new strategic direction includes:
- Accelerating the scale-up and international deployment of unmanned aerial and ground platforms.
- Driving the development and integration of counter-UAS and multi-domain autonomy solutions.
- Guiding product development with operational insights gained from large-scale deployments.
OAS International Orders and Solutions Portfolio
OAS’ robust pipeline is built on its trio of flagship solutions:
| System | Primary Capability | Notable Features |
|---|---|---|
| Optimus System | Automated aerial security and data capture | First U.S. FAA-certified small UAS; used for surveillance & infrastructure monitoring |
| Iron Drone Raider | Autonomous counter-UAS | Automated interception and neutralization of aerial threats |
| Apeiro Motion | Ground robotics & tethered UAV systems | Supports defense & critical infrastructure protection with advanced navigation |
Record international orders in 2025 have driven Ondas to focus on acquisition programs to further broaden this portfolio and maximize returns, while its expanded advisory board ensures technology aligns with fast-evolving allied and homeland-security needs.
Takeaway: Strategic Talent Is Paving the Way for OAS’ Global Defense Impact
With Har-Even on the advisory board, OAS is sharpening its ability to execute global strategy, build vital international partnerships, and anticipate what defense clients expect from autonomous systems in the real world. This leadership addition comes as the company pivots from primarily R&D-driven development toward scaled, integrated, and customer-facing solutions for some of the world’s most demanding operational environments.
Investors and industry-watchers will want to monitor how Har-Even’s influence shapes OAS’s roadmap—especially as international order flow and strategic acquisitions play a growing role in Ondas’ vision for the future of autonomous defense technology.
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