Idan Levy

Idan Levy is a seasoned defense-tech leader with more than 17 years of experience in autonomous systems, aviation, and multidisciplinary robotics programs. A former fighter pilot and drone pilot, he brings a rare operational viewpoint into the world of autonomy, one grounded in real mission demands, human decision-making, and the practical realities of modern naval operations.

A significant part of Idan’s career includes five years dedicated to building advanced autonomous and robotics capabilities for Navy Special Operations, working closely with his co-founder, Idan Hazan. Together, they developed mission-driven technologies tailored to high-risk maritime environments.

Idan’s broader experience spans early-stage R&D through full deployment of mission-critical systems across air, land, and maritime domains. He has led complex, high-budget programs requiring precision, rapid execution, and seamless collaboration across engineering, operations, and command-level stakeholders. His work consistently centers on designing technologies that must function reliably in the field, not just in controlled testing environments.

As Co-Founder and CEO of Skana Robotics, Idan directs the company’s mission to build scalable, resilient autonomous fleets supported by an operational ecosystem that strengthens hybrid naval operations. His leadership emphasizes software-defined systems, mass-deployment readiness, and seamless integration with existing naval structures.

Idan is a strong advocate for autonomy that enhances, rather than replaces, human judgment. He believes the future of naval power lies in orchestrating manned and unmanned assets into coherent, adaptive forces capable of responding to evolving threats with speed, clarity, and persistence.