Last updated 2026-09-06
- Acquired Intracom Defense, May 2023
- Completes maiden flight of A330 freighter, Sep 2026
Total raised
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Stage
Mature
Founded
1953
Headcount
1,281
HQ
Lod, Israel
Sector
Aerospace & Defense
About
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is a globally recognized leader in the development and production of military and commercial aerospace and defense systems. Established in 1953 as Bedek Aviation Company, IAI designs, develops, produces, and maintains civil aircraft, UAVs, fighter aircraft, missiles, avionics, and space-based systems. It also manufactures military systems for ground and naval forces, and offers a wide array of solutions including satellites, intelligence systems, air defense systems, radars, business jets, robotic systems, and aero-structures. IAI is state-owned by the government of Israel and is the largest aerospace & defense company and the largest industrial exporter in Israel.
Acquisitions · 1
May 2023
Intracom Defense
Undisclosed
Headcount over time
1,281 employees (2026-09) · 1 point
Offices
Lod, Israel · HQ / main office
Q&A
- What is the primary business of Israel Aerospace Industries?
- Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is a leading developer and producer of military and commercial aerospace and defense systems, including civil aircraft, UAVs, fighter aircraft, missiles, avionics, and space-based systems.
- When was Israel Aerospace Industries founded?
- Israel Aerospace Industries was founded in February 1953.
- What is the employee count of Israel Aerospace Industries?
- Israel Aerospace Industries has 500+ employees.
- Who is the current President and CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries?
- Guy Bar Lev was appointed President and CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries in July 2026.
- What is the ownership status of Israel Aerospace Industries?
- Israel Aerospace Industries is state-owned by the government of Israel.
- Which company did Israel Aerospace Industries acquire in May 2023?
- In May 2023, Israel Aerospace Industries acquired Intracom Defense.
- What is a notable recent product development for Israel Aerospace Industries?
- In September 2026, Israel Aerospace Industries completed the maiden flight of its A330 freighter.
- Does Israel Aerospace Industries have any subsidiaries?
- Yes, Israel Aerospace Industries has subsidiaries including ELTA Systems, which focuses on radar, intelligence, and electronic systems, and Golan Industries, specializing in crashworthy seating for aviation and military vehicles.
Team · 19
Boaz Levy
Chairman of the Board of Directors
Guy Bar Lev
President and CEO
Menashe Ben Haim
Executive VP, COO
Nir Reiss
Executive VP & CHRO
Eytan Eshel
Executive VP, Chief Technology Officer
Amir Geva
Executive VP, North America
Hezi Israel
Executive VP, Business Dev
Moshe Levy
Executive VP & General Manager Military Aircraft Group
Shaul Dabby
Executive VP Internal Audit
Yuval Mizrahi
Executive VP, Corporate Security
Israel Lupa
Executive VP, Dual Use New Business
Dror Bar
Vice President & CEO of ELTA
Dana Noyman
VP, Chief Communications Officer
Yaacov Berkovitz
Executive VP Aviation
Muni Katz
Executive VP of Strategy and Israel
Eran Anchikovsky
Executive VP Finance
Adi Hersztadt
Executive VP & General Counsel
Elinor Nakdimon-Farkash
Corporate VP, Chief Defence Export Control Officer
Yehuda (Hudi) Lahav
Executive VP Marketing
Sectors & technology
Primary sector
Aerospace & Defense
Technologies
Target customers
Business model
B2GB2B
Tags
aerospacedefenseaviationuavsmissile-defensesatellitesradarsavionicshomeland-securitycyber-security
Full data — links, identifiers, deals & radar signals (jobs, patents, research, more)
External links
| Website | iai.co.il |
|---|---|
| linkedin.com/company/10057737 | |
| X / Twitter | @ilaerospaceiai |
| facebook.com/israelaerospaceindustries | |
| YouTube | youtube.com/channel/UC7SZ9Bo1vxjWZcF8pt3VwFA |
| instagram.com/iai.aerospace | |
| Wikipedia | en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Israel_Aerospace_Industries |
| Wikidata | wikidata.org/wiki/Q876017 |
Identifiers & details
| Legal name | Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1953-2 |
| Employees (exact) | 1281 |
| Wikidata QID | Q876017 |
Acquisitions & public offerings
| Acquired | Date | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Intracom Defense | 2023-05 |
Radar intelligence
Open jobs — greenhouse
| Total open | 3 |
|---|---|
| Remote | 0 |
| By department | i.AI (3) |
| By location | London, Bristol, Manchester (2), London (1) |
| Title | Location | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Applied AI Engineer - Senior to Principal | London, Bristol, Manchester | i.AI |
| Strategy Officer (HEO) - i.AI | London | i.AI |
| Expression of Interest | London, Bristol, Manchester | i.AI |
Patents
| EPO | 491 |
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Web history (Wayback)
| Domain | iai.co.il |
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Wikidata
| QID | Q876017 |
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