Last updated 2026-07-20
Total raised
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Stage
Mature
Founded
2008
Headcount
42
HQ
Rehovot, Israel
Sector
Aerospace, Defense & HLS
About
SHILAT Optronics Ltd, founded in 2008, is an innovative electro-optics company that develops and manufactures proprietary technologies for defense and security applications. The company focuses on research and development to create efficient, accurate, and low-cost products. They are a chosen supplier for laser seekers by the Israel Defense Forces and work with foreign governmental agencies and major defense and homeland security players worldwide. Shilat Optronics specializes in electro-optical solutions for homeland security, including tactical aerostats, observation balloons, and low light-level night-vision monocular and other advanced CMOS cameras and lasers.
Headcount over time
From 39 (2019-03) to 42 (2024-01) · +3 (+8%) · 6 points · source: Finder history + radar grounding
Q&A
- What is Shilat Optronics' primary focus?
- Shilat Optronics specializes in developing and manufacturing electro-optical solutions for homeland security, including tactical aerostats, observation balloons, and advanced CMOS cameras and lasers.
- Who are Shilat Optronics' key partners?
- Shilat Optronics' current partners include the Israeli Defense Forces, global governmental agencies, and major defense and homeland security players worldwide.
- What is the ownership structure of Shilat Optronics?
- Shilat Optronics is 50% owned by RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems.
- When was Shilat Optronics founded?
- Shilat Optronics was founded in April 2008.
- How many employees does Shilat Optronics have?
- Shilat Optronics has 42 employees, falling within the 11-50 employee range.
- What is Shilat Optronics' primary sector?
- Shilat Optronics' primary sector is Aerospace, Defense & HLS.
- Who are the co-founders of Shilat Optronics?
- The co-founders of Shilat Optronics are Avishay Guetta, who serves as CEO, and Ofir Madala, who is a Physicist.
- Does Shilat Optronics hold any patents?
- Yes, Shilat Optronics holds 1 patent.
Team · 2
Avishay Guetta
Founder · Co-Founder & CEO
Ofir Madala
Founder · Co-Founder
Sectors & technology
Primary sector
Aerospace, Defense & HLS
Sub-sectors
Industrial TechnologiesMicroelectronics & Photonics SolutionsAerospace, Defense & HLSDefense & HLS SolutionsDefense Electronics
Technologies
Simulation & ImagingSensingOptic
Target customers
Defense, Safety & SecurityNational SecuritySecurityHomeland Security
Business model
B2GB2B
Highlights
1 PatentsVerified
Tags
securityelectro-opticsdefensehomeland-securitymilitarythermal-imagingemergency-responseborder-securitydisaster-recoverylaserssports-techcamerastrafficsurveillancebroadcastingpolicelaw-enforcementtactical-geargovernmentoptronicsperimeter-security
Full data — links, identifiers, deals & radar signals (jobs, patents, research, more)
External links
| Website | shilatop.com/ |
|---|---|
| linkedin.com/company/297177 | |
| facebook.com/shilatoptronics | |
| YouTube | youtube.com/channel/UCgT8A3SaX3RNNXOYdp8V7xg |
Identifiers & details
| Legal name | SHILAT OPTRONICS LTD |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2008-4 |
| Employees (exact) | 42 |
Radar intelligence
Patents
| EPO | 13 |
|---|
Web history (Wayback)
| Domain | shilatop.com |
|---|
Certificate / subdomain footprint
| Subdomains | 2 |
|---|
Israeli Companies Registrar (רשם החברות / ICA)
| Registrar # (ח.פ.) | 514123082 |
|---|---|
| Status | פעילה |
| Corp type | ישראלית חברה פרטית |
| Incorporated | 2008-04-02 |
| Purpose | לעסוק בסוגי עיסוק שפורטו בתקנון |
| Liability | מוגבלת |
| In violation (unfiled) | no |
| Last annual report | 2024 |
| Active charges / liens | 0 |
| Registry events | 3 — people (2), shares_capital (1) |
| Registered address | אופנהיימר 4 רחובות |
Recent registry events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2025-07-31 | עדכון דירקטורים-הוספת דירקטור |
| 2025-07-31 | עדכון דירקטורים-הסרת דירקטור |
| 2025-08-24 | הקצאת מניות |