Simon Olsen
About Simon Olsen
Simon Olsen, CEO of Arkeus, has over 12 years of experience in the defense industry, specializing in autonomous optical systems. Under his leadership, Arkeus has advanced AI-powered hardware for drones and aircraft, securing significant defense contracts and raising substantial seed funding.
Simon Olsen CEO of Arkeus
Simon Olsen, as the CEO of Arkeus, leverages over 12 years of experience in the defense industry and autonomous optical systems. He co-founded Arkeus in Melbourne with aerospace engineer Dr. Jonathan Nebauer. The company focuses on developing AI-powered hardware for autonomous drones and aircraft. Under his leadership, Arkeus has secured multiple defense contracts for its innovative autonomous optics technology.
Simon Olsen's Defense Industry Experience
Simon Olsen has amassed over 12 years of experience in the defense industry, specializing in the development of autonomous optical systems. His extensive background has provided him with a deep understanding of the challenges posed by existing equipment in defense and aerospace sectors, prompting him to establish Arkeus.
Arkeus and Its Core Products
Under Simon Olsen's guidance, Arkeus has focused on scaling manufacturing and enhancing the capabilities of its core product suite, the Hyperspectral Optical Radar (HS-OR). This technology aims to empower users with the ability to 'see', understand, and act on their environment in real-time. Arkeus continually pioneers new ways of sensing to overcome the limitations of outdated sensors, delivering mission-critical information at the point of contact.
Arkeus' Fundraising Achievements
Arkeus, led by Simon Olsen, raised AUD $4.45 million in seed funding. The fundraising effort was led by Main Sequence, with participation from Steve Baxter of Beaten Zone Venture Partners and Salus Ventures. This funding supports the company's ongoing projects and helps bolster its future growth.
Arkeus' Expansion and Hiring Initiatives
Simon Olsen is actively involved in expanding Arkeus' team, particularly in their Melbourne headquarters. The company is currently hiring additional technical staff specializing in mechatronics and engineering. This expansion aims to enhance the capabilities of Arkeus and support the development of its advanced autonomous optical systems.