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About Us
Who are we

Founded in 2015, ISS Aerospace was built on the ethos of merging data and science with UAV technology. What began with a focus on the industrial sector quickly evolved into supporting defence and critical infrastructure, delivering world-first innovations and pioneering solutions in autonomy and uncrewed systems.

From day one, ISS Aerospace has worked with defence primes and multinational organisations, developing a reputation for rapid prototyping, disruptive innovation, and novel intellectual property.

Engineering advanced platforms for complex and demanding missions worldwide.

As an agile developer of advanced autonomous systems, ISS Aerospace goes beyond the unmanned vehicle itself – our focus is on the wider value of integrated systems. This includes designing and developing autonomous air, marine, and land platforms capable of performing in the most demanding and complex environments.

Meet The Team

Our dedicated team, here to help you.

Built upon a strong senior management team, a unitary executive board has been put together of high profile individuals which all have appropriate business and technical experience in supporting the CEO and his team.

Mike Azancot Chairman at ISS Aerospace

Ryan Kempley

CEO & Founder

Eddie Devine (MIKE MIReg)

CCO

Mike Azancot

Chairman

Tony Peart Non-Executive Director at ISS Aerospace

David Clements

Non-Executive Director

Tony Peart

Non-Executive Director

Claire Swinyard (CMA)

Finance Manager

James Illsley Manufacturing Manager at ISS Aerospace
Rahul Patel IT Manager at ISS Aerospace

Luke Reed (ACIM)

Marketing Manager

James Illsley (MEng)

Manufacturing Manager

Rahul Patel

I.T. Manager

Seb Noblett

Flight & Ops Manager

David Glass (BEng)

Senior UXV Engineer

Sina Hajkarim (Ph.D)

UXV Software Engineer

Holly Burrows Admin Assistant at ISS Aerospace
Adel Feghi Technician at ISS Aerospace

Holly Kempley

Executive Assistant

Adel Feghi (BEng)

UXV Technician

Clive Bailey

Facilities Manager

Our Mission

Design, manufacture, and operation of autonomous systems for intelligence.

ISS Aerospace is a UK-based leader in autonomous uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), specialising in wide-area operations for the energy, defence, security, utilities, and surveillance sectors. Our mission is to harness autonomy to deliver actionable intelligence across land, sea, and air – helping organisations operate more efficiently, safely, and intelligently.

About Us
Who are we

Founded in 2015, ISS Aerospace was built on the ethos of merging data and science with UAV technology. What began with a focus on the industrial sector quickly evolved into supporting defence and critical infrastructure, delivering world-first innovations and pioneering solutions in autonomy and uncrewed systems.

From day one, ISS Aerospace has worked with defence primes and multinational organisations, developing a reputation for rapid prototyping, disruptive innovation, and novel intellectual property.

Engineering advanced platforms for complex and demanding missions worldwide.

As an agile developer of advanced autonomous systems, ISS Aerospace goes beyond the unmanned vehicle itself – our focus is on the wider value of integrated systems. This includes designing and developing autonomous air, marine, and land platforms capable of performing in the most demanding and complex environments.

Meet The Team

Our dedicated team, here to help you.

Built upon a strong senior management team, a unitary executive board has been put together of high profile individuals which all have appropriate business and technical experience in supporting the CEO and his team.

Ryan Kempley

CEO & Founder

Eddie Devine

CCO

Mike Azancot Chairman at ISS Aerospace

Mike Azancot

Chairman

David Clements

NED

Tony Peart Non-Executive Director at ISS Aerospace

Tony Peart

NED

Claire Swinyard

Finance Manager

Luke Reed

Marketing Manager

James Illsley Manufacturing Manager at ISS Aerospace

James Illsley

Manufacturing Manager

Rahul Patel IT Manager at ISS Aerospace

Rahul Patel

I.T. Manager

Seb Noblett

Flight & Ops Manager

David Glass

Senior UXV Engineer

Sina Hajkarim

UXV Software Engineer

Holly Burrows Admin Assistant at ISS Aerospace

Holly Kempley

Executive Assistant

Adel Feghi Technician at ISS Aerospace

Adel Feghi

UXV Technician

Clive Bailey

Facilities Manager

Our Mission

Design, manufacture, and operation of autonomous systems for intelligence.

ISS Aerospace is a UK-based leader in autonomous uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), specialising in wide-area operations for the energy, defence, security, utilities, and surveillance sectors. Our mission is to harness autonomy to deliver actionable intelligence across land, sea, and air – helping organisations operate more efficiently, safely, and intelligently.

Ryan Kempley

CEO & Founder

Working in the UAV sector for more than 15 years, Ryan founded ISS Aerospace in 2015. Prior to this, he spent 10 years in academia, primarily concentrating on experimental Nuclear Physics research.

ISS Aerospace was born out of a desire to bring together his love of science and new-found passion for Unmanned technology. Ryan leads the technical development of our aircraft and is dedicated to finding innovative technology and systems to aid multiple sectors and industries.

Ryan Kempley

CEO & Founder

Working in the UAV sector for more than 15 years, Ryan founded ISS Aerospace in 2015. Prior to this, he spent 10 years in academia, primarily concentrating on experimental Nuclear Physics research.

ISS Aerospace was born out of a desire to bring together his love of science and new-found passion for Unmanned technology. Ryan leads the technical development of our aircraft and is dedicated to finding innovative technology and systems to aid multiple sectors and industries.

Eddie Devine (MIKE MiReg)

CCO

Formerly Chief of Staff for Uncrewed Systems for UK MOD, where he led the DUG (now DUxDA), founded the Defence RPAS Network, and co-authored the Defence Drone Strategy. Brings extensive UxS Test and Evaluation experience as Head of Development for UAS and Executive Officer at 700X, including serving as Trials Manager for the inaugural Banshee launch.

Eddie also has a background in crewed aviation as a mission and aircraft commander on the Merlin Mk2 ASW Helicopter and as an OOW on HM Vessels.

Eddie Devine MIKE MiReg

CCO

Formerly Chief of Staff for Uncrewed Systems for UK MOD, where he led the DUG (now DUxDA), founded the Defence RPAS Network, and co-authored the Defence Drone Strategy. Brings extensive UxS Test and Evaluation experience as Head of Development for UAS and Executive Officer at 700X, including serving as Trials Manager for the inaugural Banshee launch.

Eddie also has a background in crewed aviation as a mission and aircraft commander on the Merlin Mk2 ASW Helicopter and as an OOW on HM Vessels.

David Clements

Non-Executive Director

David joined the board in 2025 and represents the shareholding of Invictus UAV Limited, part of the Invictus Engineering Group, where he is also the Non-Executive Chairman.

He brings extensive strategic and operational experience from a full career in the British Army, including senior leadership roles, international operational service, and positions such as equipment briefer to the Defence Secretary during the first Gulf War and Deputy Commanding General of the Security Transition Command in Iraq. David now contributes his defence, governance, and board-level expertise to ISS Aerospace’s continued growth.

David Clements

Non-Executive Director

David joined the board in 2025 and represents the shareholding of Invictus UAV Limited, part of the Invictus Engineering Group, where he is also the Non-Executive Chairman. He brings extensive strategic and operational experience from a full career in the British Army, including senior leadership roles, international operational service, and positions such as equipment briefer to the Defence Secretary during the first Gulf War and Deputy Commanding General of the Security Transition Command in Iraq. David now contributes his defence, governance, and board-level expertise to ISS Aerospace’s continued growth.

Tony Peart Non-Executive Director at ISS Aerospace

Tony Peart

Non-Executive Director

Tony is a Non-Executive Director at ISS Aerospace, having originally joined the company as Company Secretary in 2019.

With a strong background in legal and commercial operations, together with Senior Management and Board positions in publicly listed companies, he brings valuable governance, compliance and business oversight to the board. Tony provides independent guidance and strategic support to help strengthen ISS Aerospace’s commercial foundations and long-term growth.

Claire Swinyard

Finance Manager

Claire joined ISS Aerospace in 2024, overseeing finance, operations and compliance. She has spent over 10 years working in growth-stage technology businesses including a SaaS solution enabling autonomous EVs though the syndication of traffic data.  

Claire has a Degree in Economics from Reading University and is a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

Claire Swinyard

Finance Manager

Claire joined ISS Aerospace in 2024, overseeing finance, operations and compliance. She has spent over 10 years working in growth-stage technology businesses including a SaaS solution enabling autonomous EVs though the syndication of traffic data.  

Claire has a Degree in Economics from Reading University and is a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

Luke Reed (ACIM)

Marketing Manager

Chartered Marketing Manager at ISS Aerospace, leading the company’s brand strategy, marketing operations, and communications within the uncrewed systems sector. With over 13 years of experience in design and creative leadership, Luke oversees our digital ecosystem, campaigns, and market positioning to support ISS Aerospace’s growth.

Luke focuses on translating complex UAV technologies into clear, credible communication and strengthening our presence across defence, government, and commercial markets.

Luke Reed (ACIM)

Marketing Manager

Chartered Marketing Manager at ISS Aerospace, leading the company’s brand strategy, marketing operations, and communications within the uncrewed systems sector. With over 13 years of experience in design and creative leadership, Luke oversees our digital ecosystem, campaigns, and market positioning to support ISS Aerospace’s growth.

Luke focuses on translating complex UAV technologies into clear, credible communication and strengthening our presence across defence, government, and commercial markets.

James Illsley Manufacturing Manager at ISS Aerospace

James Illsley (MEng)

Manufacturing Manager

James has been Manufacturing Manager at ISS Aerospace since 2022, leading production of advanced unmanned aerial systems (UAS). With an MEng (Hons) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, he brings extensive experience in UAV manufacture, assembly, and field testing.

He oversees end-to-end operations from material planning and additive manufacturing to CNC machining and quality assurance, while applying strong CAD and electronics integration skills to component development, documentation, and team leadership.

James Illsley (MEng)

Manufacturing Manager

James has been Manufacturing Manager at ISS Aerospace since 2022, leading production of advanced unmanned aerial systems (UAS). With an MEng (Hons) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, he brings extensive experience in UAV manufacture, assembly, and field testing.

He oversees end-to-end operations from material planning and additive manufacturing to CNC machining and quality assurance, while applying strong CAD and electronics integration skills to component development, documentation, and team leadership.

Rahul Patel

I.T. Manager

Rahul Patel serves as the IT Manager at ISS Aerospace, where he oversees all internal systems, networking, and digital infrastructure. Beginning his career as an IT Technician in the private education sector, he developed a strong foundation in hands-on technical support, system maintenance, and problem-solving under pressure.

Rahul is responsible for managing our connectivity, hardware, software, and security – ensuring our teams have the reliable technology they need to support development.

Rahul Patel

I.T. Manager

Rahul Patel serves as the IT Manager at ISS Aerospace, where he oversees all internal systems, networking, and digital infrastructure. Beginning his career as an IT Technician in the private education sector, he developed a strong foundation in hands-on technical support, system maintenance, and problem-solving under pressure.

Rahul is responsible for managing our connectivity, hardware, software, and security – ensuring our teams have the reliable technology they need to support development.

Seb Noblett

Flight & Ops Manager

Seb leads operational flight safety across all UAS platforms and manages trials for new systems. As Accountable Manager and Head Pilot, he applies extensive UAS experience to ensure safe testing and effective customer training. His background spans military engineering in Short Range Air Defence with the British Army, followed by civilian roles in radar systems and Counter-UAS technologies, specialising in BVLOS capability development in the UK.

Seb Noblett

Flight & Ops Manager

Seb leads operational flight safety across all UAS platforms and manages trials for new systems. As Accountable Manager and Head Pilot, he applies extensive UAS experience to ensure safe testing and effective customer training. His background spans military engineering in Short Range Air Defence with the British Army, followed by civilian roles in radar systems and Counter-UAS technologies, specialising in BVLOS capability development in the UK.

David Glass

Senior UxV Engineer

David serves as a Senior UxV Engineer at ISS Aerospace, working on the technical design & development of the platforms across all mechanical, electrical and software interfaces. David brings with him 4 years of experience within the Defence industry – having previously specialised in C-UAS LDEW. With a passion for aviation and hands-on maker projects, David translates his experience into the development of ISS Aerospace’s uncrewed systems across CAD design, electronic prototyping, sensor integration and software development.

David Glass

Senior UxV Engineer

David serves as a Senior UxV Engineer at ISS Aerospace, working on the technical design & development of the platforms across all mechanical, electrical and software interfaces. David brings with him 4 years of experience within the Defence industry – having previously specialised in C-UAS LDEW. With a passion for aviation and hands-on maker projects, David translates his experience into the development of ISS Aerospace’s uncrewed systems across CAD design, electronic prototyping, sensor integration and software development.

Sina Hajkarim (Ph.D)

UxV Software Engineer

Sina focuses on autonomy systems, mission planning, and software development for uncrewed platforms. He holds a PhD in Engineering Mathematics and has an aerospace engineering background, with expertise in multi-robot coordination, UAS navigation, and deploying autonomous technologies in real-world environments.

Sina helps develop advanced software capabilities that enhance the intelligence and reliability of aircrafts. He applies cutting-edge research to practical UAS solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and operational performance.

Sina Hajkarim (Ph.D)

UxV Software Engineer

Sina focuses on autonomy systems, mission planning, and software development for uncrewed platforms. He holds a PhD in Engineering Mathematics and has an aerospace engineering background, with expertise in multi-robot coordination, UAS navigation, and deploying autonomous technologies in real-world environments.

Sina helps develop advanced software capabilities that enhance the intelligence and reliability of aircrafts. He applies cutting-edge research to practical UAS solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and operational performance.

Holly Kempley

Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant to the CEO at ISS Aerospace, providing structured, accuracy-driven support that enables the CEO to stay focused on high-level strategic and technical work.

With long-standing experience in the company since its early beginnings, Holly brings deep knowledge of its operations, workflow, and projects. Holly manages documentation, coordinates daily tasks, and maintains the consistency needed for effective leadership.

Her background in bookkeeping, and admin underpins a reliable, detail-oriented approach that supports the CEO’s workload and wider operational delivery.

Holly Burrows Admin Assistant at ISS Aerospace

Holly Kempley

Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant to the CEO at ISS Aerospace, providing structured, accuracy-driven support that enables the CEO to stay focused on high-level strategic and technical work.

With long-standing experience in the company since its early beginnings, Holly brings deep knowledge of its operations, workflow, and projects. Holly manages documentation, coordinates daily tasks, and maintains the consistency needed for effective leadership.

Her background in bookkeeping, and admin underpins a reliable, detail-oriented approach that supports the CEO’s workload and wider operational delivery.

Clive Bailey

Facilities Manager

Clive is our Facilities Manager, responsible for the upkeep and continuous improvement of our offices. From renovations and painting to repairs, equipment integration, and custom office builds, he ensures our workspace is functional, safe, and always evolving.

His practical expertise and problem-solving approach keep our facilities running smoothly day to day.

Clive Bailey

Facilities Manager

Clive is our Facilities Manager, responsible for the upkeep and continuous improvement of our offices. From renovations and painting to repairs, equipment integration, and custom office builds, he ensures our workspace is functional, safe, and always evolving.

His practical expertise and problem-solving approach keep our facilities running smoothly day to day.

Adel Feghi (BEng)

UXV Technician

Adel is a skilled UXV Technician responsible for the hands-on assembly and preparation of our aircraft. From soldering to hardware builds and platform setup, he brings strong practical expertise and attention to detail.

He also supports the team with equipment maintenance and general workshop tasks, ensuring every UAV is built to a high standard.

Adel Feghi (BEng)

UXV Technician

Adel is a skilled UXV Technician responsible for the hands-on assembly and preparation of our aircraft. From soldering to hardware builds and platform setup, he brings strong practical expertise and attention to detail.

He also supports the team with equipment maintenance and general workshop tasks, ensuring every UAV is built to a high standard.

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