Gemo Yesil
About Gemo Yesil
Gemo Yesil serves as the Head of Business Development & Strategic Solutions - Defense at Gecko Robotics, Inc. He has a diverse background in the U.S. Air Force and various leadership roles in the defense industry, including experience at Sikorsky and CMC Electronics.
Current Role at Gecko Robotics
Gemo Yesil serves as the Head of Business Development & Strategic Solutions - Defense at Gecko Robotics, Inc. since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing strategic initiatives and business opportunities within the defense sector. His extensive background in both military and corporate environments positions him to effectively lead projects that align with the company's goals in robotics and automation for defense applications.
Previous Experience at Sikorsky
Before joining Gecko Robotics, Gemo Yesil held multiple positions at Sikorsky, where he worked from 2013 to 2017. His roles included Training Systems Manager and U.S. Air Force Proposals Lead: Training Systems. He managed engineering teams on significant defense acquisition programs valued over $2 billion, contributing to the development of advanced aviation technologies.
Military Background and Service
Gemo Yesil has a distinguished military career with the United States Air Force, serving from 2005 to 2023. His roles included Tactical Airlift Pilot (C-130J), Senior Airlift Pilot, and Combat Rescue Helicopter Pilot (HH-60G). He participated in combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, demonstrating expertise in airlift and rescue missions. He holds an active Top Secret-SCI security clearance.
Education and Academic Involvement
Gemo Yesil earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He remains actively engaged with his alma mater, contributing to STEM education initiatives that promote engineering and technology among students.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to his corporate and military roles, Gemo Yesil co-founded Milestone C, where he served as Chief Revenue Officer from 2017 to 2021. He successfully scaled the EdTech startup into a profitable national business, showcasing his ability to drive growth and innovation in diverse sectors.