Bezalel Machlis

Bezalel Machlis is an Israeli engineer and business executive who has led Elbit Systems through major global growth.

Influence and contribution

Machlis joined Elbit after service in the IDF Artillery Corps and advanced through engineering and management roles to become chief executive. Under his leadership the company expanded in communications, unmanned systems, electronic warfare and other defense technologies.

Legacy and significance

Machlis belongs in Moreshet as a builder of one of Israel's most consequential industrial institutions. His career shows how technical knowledge, exports and long-term management contribute to both national capability and the economy.

Sources and further reading

• Source profile — The Jerusalem Post

Information reviewed and edited in September 2026.