Elbit Systems (NASDAQ:ESLT) Ltd (NASDAQ: ESLT) is an international defense electronics company headquartered in Haifa, Israel. The firm specializes in the development, manufacture and integration of a broad range of defense, homeland security and commercial aviation systems. Its offerings include airborne systems, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), advanced electro-optics, helmet-mounted displays, command and control suites, and naval and land vehicle solutions designed to support complex operational environments.
Founded in 1966, Elbit Systems has grown through a combination of organic expansion and strategic acquisitions to become a leading supplier of defense technology worldwide. The company serves military and security customers in more than 50 countries, tailoring solutions for air, land, sea and cyber domains. Its systems are employed by armed forces, government agencies and commercial operators seeking advanced situational awareness and force-multiplier capabilities.
Elbit’s product portfolio encompasses multi-mission aircraft upgrades, next-generation UAVs such as the Hermes family, remote weapon stations, integrated helmet systems, electro-optical surveillance and targeting payloads, and digital battle management networks. The firm also delivers simulation and training tools, cyber-security solutions, intelligence-gathering platforms and turnkey command-and-control centers.
To support its global customer base, Elbit Systems maintains R&D facilities and production sites across Israel, North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. The company is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Bezhalel (Butzi) Machlis, supported by a board of directors and an executive management team with deep experience in defense and technology innovation.
