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Lior Ben Zaken

Research Team Leader - Air Defense Systems
Ashdod

Summary

Experienced systems engineer in the Israeli Air Force, with strong leadership, cross-disciplinary knowledge, and a proven ability to drive technological defense projects. Skilled in team management, interpersonal communication, and system-level thinking in high-security environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Head of Air Defense Research Team

IAF Technology HQ Major, Israeli Air Force
01.2024 - Current
  • Lead a team of engineers in advanced research and innovation of air defense systems.
  • Develop methodologies, simulations, and analytical tools for system performance.
  • Manage classified defense projects with high impact and strict timelines.

Systems Engineer – David’s Sling Program

IAF + Rafael (Defense Industry)
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Participated in development and integration of operational defense systems.
  • Certified as senior researcher in air defense systems.
  • Received excellence award (Jan 2023).

STEM Tutor

Teach In
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Tutored high school students in math and physics for matriculation exams.

Education

M.B.A. - Business Administration

Bar-Ilan University
Ramat Gan, Israel
01.2023 - 01.2025

Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Sami Shamoon College of Engineering (SCE)
Beersheba, Israel
04.2016 - 01.2020

Full Matriculation - Physics & Mechanical Engineering

Makif Tet High School
Ashdod, Israel
01.2010 - 01.2016

Skills

  • Systems engineering architecture
  • Team leadership and mentoring
  • Technical writing and system specs
  • Performance analysis simulation

Teamwork and collaboration

Friendly, positive attitude

Software

Python

SQL

Word

Matlab

Timeline

Head of Air Defense Research Team

IAF Technology HQ Major, Israeli Air Force
01.2024 - Current

M.B.A. - Business Administration

Bar-Ilan University
01.2023 - 01.2025

Systems Engineer – David’s Sling Program

IAF + Rafael (Defense Industry)
01.2020 - 01.2024

STEM Tutor

Teach In
01.2019 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Sami Shamoon College of Engineering (SCE)
04.2016 - 01.2020

Full Matriculation - Physics & Mechanical Engineering

Makif Tet High School
01.2010 - 01.2016

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