Meet our team.


Geodrones Australia is a Canberra-based company, specialising in bringing the latest in drone technologies and associated services to our community of business, government organisations and citizens. ​

We are fully credentialled. We are licensed by CASA to operate drones for commercial purposes and our drone pilots have individual CASA accreditations.​

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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Glenn Alcock</strong></p> <p>CO-FOUNDER, CEO</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Glenn is a Mechatronics Engineer with extensive Defence and Defence Industry experience. As co-founder and CEO, Glenn leads Geodrones’ growth of genuine sovereign capability in the field of unmanned systems.</p>

Glenn Alcock

CO-FOUNDER, CEO

Glenn is a Mechatronics Engineer with extensive Defence and Defence Industry experience. As co-founder and CEO, Glenn leads Geodrones’ growth of genuine sovereign capability in the field of unmanned systems.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Akshay Vithal</strong></p> <p>AEROSPACE ENGINEER</p>With a background in Aeronautical Engineering from The University of Sydney, Akshay is working as the lead aerospace engineer at Geodrones Australia, specialising in the aerodynamic design, flight performance and structural analysis of various Uncrewed Aerial Systems, consisting of multi-rotor, fixed wing, and rotary aircraft. Currently the Aerial Design Lead for Geodrones Australia’s Next Generation Heavy-Lift LOG-UAS.</p>

Akshay Vithal

AEROSPACE ENGINEER

With a background in Aeronautical Engineering from The University of Sydney, Akshay is working as the lead aerospace engineer at Geodrones Australia, specialising in the aerodynamic design, flight performance and structural analysis of various Uncrewed Aerial Systems, consisting of multi-rotor, fixed wing, and rotary aircraft. Currently the Aerial Design Lead for Geodrones Australia’s Next Generation Heavy-Lift LOG-UAS.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Bart M</strong></p> <p>AEROSPACE ENGINEER</p>Bart is working as an aerospace engineer at Geodrones Australia. His work ranges from aerodynamic modelling and mechanical design, to manufacturing and assembly of UAS aerostructures. As Rotor Systems Lead, he is leading the development of several highly complex, interconnected aircraft systems for Geodrones Australia's Next Generation Heavy-Lift LOG-UAS.</p>

Bart M

AEROSPACE ENGINEER

Bart is working as an aerospace engineer at Geodrones Australia. His work ranges from aerodynamic modelling and mechanical design, to manufacturing and assembly of UAS aerostructures. As Rotor Systems Lead, he is leading the development of several highly complex, interconnected aircraft systems for Geodrones Australia's Next Generation Heavy-Lift LOG-UAS.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Darcy S</strong></p> <p>MECHATRONICS ENGINEER</p> <p style="text-align: center;"> A mechatronics engineer with a focus on embedded systems. Darcy works across projects to improve or provide additional flight capabilities via the processing of a variety of flight data on the edge. He also works towards the integration of our Uncrewed Aerial Systems into a variety of different operating contexts.</p>

Darcy S

MECHATRONICS ENGINEER

A mechatronics engineer with a focus on embedded systems. Darcy works across projects to improve or provide additional flight capabilities via the processing of a variety of flight data on the edge. He also works towards the integration of our Uncrewed Aerial Systems into a variety of different operating contexts.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Jenn Goh</strong></p> <p>MECHATRONICS ENGINEER</p>Jenn, a Designer at Geodrones Australia, Jenn boasts a Master's degree in Design Strategy and specialises in Industrial Design. With expertise spanning graphical assets, UX/UI, and product design, he adeptly applies design thinking techniques to innovate solutions for Geodrones' challenges.</p>

Jenn Goh

MECHATRONICS ENGINEER

Jenn, a Designer at Geodrones Australia, Jenn boasts a Master's degree in Design Strategy and specialises in Industrial Design. With expertise spanning graphical assets, UX/UI, and product design, he adeptly applies design thinking techniques to innovate solutions for Geodrones' challenges.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Shaun Lee</strong></p> <p>INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER</p> <p style="text-align: center;"> Shaun is a Mechanical Engineer who has continued his studies and is currently completing a Bachelor of Industrial Design. Shaun is currently our in house product design engineer and concept artist.</p>

Shaun Lee

INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER

Shaun is a Mechanical Engineer who has continued his studies and is currently completing a Bachelor of Industrial Design. Shaun is currently our in house product design engineer and concept artist.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Abid S</strong></p> <p>MECHATRONICS ENGINEER</p>Abid is an Aerospace Engineer at Geodrones Australia. Abid works across Geodrones powertrain solutions for its Next Gereration Heavy LOG-UAS. Abid also supports the team in developments across Geodrones offerings in battery and power systems.</p>

Abid S

MECHATRONICS ENGINEER

Abid is an Aerospace Engineer at Geodrones Australia. Abid works across Geodrones powertrain solutions for its Next Gereration Heavy LOG-UAS. Abid also supports the team in developments across Geodrones offerings in battery and power systems.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Ashleigh S</strong></p> <p>ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT</p>Ashleigh navigates between roles with compassion and efficiency as our Administration Support Office. Ash has many key parts to play at Geodrones Australia including the management of office supplies and placing procurement orders, preparing regular reports on expenses and office budgets, arranging travel and accommodation for staff. Ash also takes a roll in reception. Beyond her warm greetings, Ash steps into the critical role of fire warden and security officer, trained to handle emergencies and prioritise safety.</p>

Ashleigh S

ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT

Ashleigh navigates between roles with compassion and efficiency as our Administration Support Office. Ash has many key parts to play at Geodrones Australia including the management of office supplies and placing procurement orders, preparing regular reports on expenses and office budgets, arranging travel and accommodation for staff. Ash also takes a roll in reception. Beyond her warm greetings, Ash steps into the critical role of fire warden and security officer, trained to handle emergencies and prioritise safety.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Ben C</strong></p> <p>INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Ben is an industrial designer working at Geodrones Australia, with experience gained from a diverse range of projects spanning composite design and manufacturing, product prototyping and illustration. Within his role at Geodrones Australia, Ben applies a range of design and fabrication skills to deliver rapid prototypes and market-ready solutions.</p>

Ben C

INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER

Ben is an industrial designer working at Geodrones Australia, with experience gained from a diverse range of projects spanning composite design and manufacturing, product prototyping and illustration. Within his role at Geodrones Australia, Ben applies a range of design and fabrication skills to deliver rapid prototypes and market-ready solutions.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Giri Japendra</strong></p> <p>ELECTRICAL ENGINEER</p>Giri is an Electrical Engineer with specialisation in Power and Control systems and has a master’s degree in Information Technology. Giri applies his knowledge in designing various power systems including Geodrones battery technology.</p>

Giri Japendra

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Giri is an Electrical Engineer with specialisation in Power and Control systems and has a master’s degree in Information Technology. Giri applies his knowledge in designing various power systems including Geodrones battery technology.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Josh A</strong></p> <p>MECHATRONICS ENGINEER</p>Josh's varied background includes developing software for Defence satellites and laser systems. He'll will work across our flight and ground system software solutions. </p>

Josh A

MECHATRONICS ENGINEER

Josh's varied background includes developing software for Defence satellites and laser systems. He'll will work across our flight and ground system software solutions.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Terence Wiseham</strong></p> <p>MECHANICAL ENGINEER</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Terence has a Bachelor of Mechanical and Materials System Engineering from the Australian National University with experience in building information modelling, design and manufacturing. Terence will lead a range of mechanical engineering projects with Geodrones.</p>

Terence Wiseham

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Terence has a Bachelor of Mechanical and Materials System Engineering from the Australian National University with experience in building information modelling, design and manufacturing. Terence will lead a range of mechanical engineering projects with Geodrones.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Sim K</strong></p> <p>MECHATRONICS ENGINEER</p>Sim is an experienced Mechatronics Engineer with a strong background in industrial automation within the automotive, composites, and aerospace industries. Currently, Sim is focused on facilitating the industrialisation of Geodrones' manufacturing capabilities and developing a customised ground control station software.</p>

Sim K

MECHATRONICS ENGINEER

Sim is an experienced Mechatronics Engineer with a strong background in industrial automation within the automotive, composites, and aerospace industries. Currently, Sim is focused on facilitating the industrialisation of Geodrones' manufacturing capabilities and developing a customised ground control station software.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Callen Hardie</strong></p> <p>MECHATRONICS ENGINEER</p> <p style="text-align: center;">A recent Mechatronics Engineering graduate from Monash University, Callen led the university’s student rocket research group, Callen will apply his project and engineering knowledge in Geodrones.</p>

Callen Hardie

MECHATRONICS ENGINEER

A recent Mechatronics Engineering graduate from Monash University, Callen led the university’s student rocket research group, Callen will apply his project and engineering knowledge in Geodrones.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Jack Gooday</strong></p> <p>ENGINEER</p> <p style="text-align: center;"> Jack is a mechatronics engineering graduate from the Australian National University in Canberra and specialises in uncrewed systems design. Jack is a key member of our Engineering Team and works across hardware design, flight testing and battery systems.</p>

Jack Gooday

ENGINEER

Jack is a mechatronics engineering graduate from the Australian National University in Canberra and specialises in uncrewed systems design. Jack is a key member of our Engineering Team and works across hardware design, flight testing and battery systems.

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Punjaya W</strong></p> <p>MECHATRONICS ENGINEER</p>A mechatronics engineer with a Bachelor of Engineering (R&D) from the Australian National University. With a strong background in UAV state estimation and robotics, Punjaya contributes to the advancement of intelligence and autonomy of our Uncrewed Aerial Systems. His current work involves application of artificial intelligence to enhance situtational awareness.</p>

Punjaya W

MECHATRONICS ENGINEER

A mechatronics engineer with a Bachelor of Engineering (R&D) from the Australian National University. With a strong background in UAV state estimation and robotics, Punjaya contributes to the advancement of intelligence and autonomy of our Uncrewed Aerial Systems. His current work involves application of artificial intelligence to enhance situtational awareness.