Nathan Vardanega

Nathan Vardanega

Chief Operating Officer

Nathan joined DroneShield in March 2024 and successfully led several projects and teams, including the execution of the Company’s Electronic Warfare work with the Australian Defence Force. He built up its Field Service Engineering, Data Acquisition, and Test & Evaluation teams, conducting testing of DroneShield’s new technologies and system deployments. Nathan became the COO in January 2025. He brings over 12 years of service in the Australian Defence Force, where he honed his skills in operational planning, leadership, and critical decision-making. After his military career, Nathan worked with a veteran charity organization, supporting and advocating for fellow veterans.