A seasoned satellite network and operations specialist with a 20+ year career in the satellite communication industry, Ksantini joined BeetleSat in 2018. Working with the company in the earliest stages of its business, Ksantini has played a crucial role in laying the foundation for BeetleSat’s success, including the successful launch and operation of the company’s first satellites. As VP Business Development, Efi leads the company’s business and commercial growth. Ksantini previously worked for Gilat Satellite Networks where he managed the company’s global multimillion dollar commercial and defense satcom programs.
A veteran space engineer, Daniel has designed and flown numerous communication satellite missions for Israel Aerospace Industries. He also worked on a moon mission at NASA. Daniel has personally designed five nanosatellites (all launched) . He also acted as deputy project manager of the Venus Satellite for French space agency CNES, on behalf of Israel Aerospace Industries and was an Astronaut candidate for the European Space Agency in 2008.
