CEO and CTO

Shuji Ogawa
- Career
- Bachelor of Engineering, Fukui University, Fukui, Japan
- Master of Aerospace Engineering, Tohoku University, Miyagi, Japan
- Over 30 years of experience as laboratory,experiment and development assistant for Mr. Ogawa Senior.
- Support development of Next Generation Support Fighter at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries for four years
- Development engineer for automobile parts at Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd. for seven years
- Participated in JAXA’s closed environment experiment
- Space policy commitee, Cabinet office, Government of Japan
Member, space transportation system working group (two terms)
Directors and Auditors
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External DirectorShinichiro Onitsuka
ANA HOLDINGS INC.
Leader, Space Business Team, Business Promotion Department, Group Management Strategy Office -
External DirectorKen Fukushima
H.I.S.Co.,Ltd.
Corporate Officer, Head of Corporate Planning Division -
External AuditorTomohiko Yasuno
Representative, Yasuno Tomohiko Certified Public Accountants’ Office
(Formerly of Ernst & Young ShinNihon LLC)
Advisor
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Technical advisorGoro Masuya
Tohoku University Graduate School of Engineering
Former professor emeritus Supersonic combustion
technology Engine design -
Overseas affairsEddie Kato
Over 30 years of experience in new business development and sales of satellite at Mitsubishi Electric, GE, Lockheed, Orbital Sciences, and Thales.
Executives
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CSO (Operation execution)Takeshi Maruki
Graduated from the International Space University. Engaged in a wide range of business activities from R&D to management, mainly in the aerospace, robotics, and automotive industries.
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FinanceTsuyoshi Niwa
Received a Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Worked for an US-based investment fund, primarily overseeing Japanese market. Also worked for an investment bank in Tokyo, advising clients on M&A and capital raising transactions.
Staff
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Engine DevelopmentBasi Harminder
Graduated from University of Surrey, aerospace engineering BEng (Hons)
Experienced in software and hardware integration for Rolls-Royce Trent 500 FADEC(Full Authority Digital Engine Control) -
Engine DevelopmentYoshihiro Ito
Master of Informatics, Kyoto University, Japan 15 years of Engineering experience (Controlling system) in Mazda / Honda 2 years of Project
management experience in MITAC -
Engine DevelopmentHiroshi Kuroda
Seconded from Toyota Motor.
Graduated from Kyushu University mechanical engineering, MEng P.E.(Mech.)
Vehicle aerodynamics and wind noise performance development experience for more than 10 years. -
UAS DevelopmentAnssi Kaakkomäki
Graduated from Finnish University
mechanical engineering, MEng
16 years of experience in piloting UAS, piloted target plane at Finnish Defence Forces -
UAS DevelopmentKazumasa Kamisori
Graduated from Tohoku University, aerospace engineering, MEng
Experienced in JSDF helicopter manufacturing and maintenance at Kawasaki Heavy Industries -
UAS DevelopmentNicola Zedde
MSc Aerospace Engineering, University of Bologna
Structural Analysis Engineer
FEM specialist -
UAS DevelopmentMasahiro Taki
Graduated from Chubu University Faculty of Engineering
Engaged in heat / stiffness testing and quality control of automobiles -
UAS DevelopmentCarl Trautman
BSc Mechanical Engineering, University of Alberta
Engaged in B787/B747 component production engineering and automotive repair for 5 years. -
UAS DevelopmentOuvrard Arthur
Master’s degree in Aerospace engineering from ESTACA in Paris,Materials engineering Politécnica Madrid
Experienced in Satellite and aeronautical structural design and testing. -
UAS DevelopmentYukino Tanaka
Graduated from Kanazawa Institute of Technology Department of Aeronautics.
Engaged in structure analysis at MITAC. -
UAS DevelopmentTetsuhiro Hayakawa
Graduated from Nagoya University, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
After working for a travel agency, engaged as a structure analysis engineer of vehicle and airplane.For last 4 years, worked as a customer support engineer of software for simulating fluid dynamics. -
UAS DevelopmentKyohei Murakami
Graduated from Nihon University, Department of Aerospace Engineering.
Graduated from Nagoya University, Department of Electrical Engineering by solar corona research using MHD. -
UAS DevelopmentAmr Halawa
BSc & MSc in Aerospace Engineering, Cairo University.PhD & Postdoc in Aerospace Engineering & Wind Energy, Kyushu University.
10+ years of experience in Fluid Dynamics and Aeroelasticity in Aerospace & Renewable Energy applications. -
Corporate PlanningKenji Kunimatsu
Seconded from HIS
General travel business manager Engaged in travel sales, product planning, event management, etc.Representative of HIS Space Business Study Group -
Corporate PlanningArisa Kuroda
Ochanomizu University Faculty of Science Graduated
Widely active as a talent, including TV (reporter, MC, etc.), radio, internet, stage.
Antares Inc. Representative Director -
Spaceplane OperationsYukie Ishida
Have experience as a cabin crew at ANA group airline.
Engaged in cabin training development at MITAC. -
Spaceplane OperationsTomoka Noguchi
Completed the Economics Program, Graduate School of Human and Social Sciences, Hiroshima University. Majored in empirical analysis.
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Office ManagerYu Fujii
Graduated from Finnish University bioengineering MSc
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Office ManagerJunichi Oi
Graduated from Nagoya University, metallurgy MEng
Experienced in steelmaking technology and production at Sumitomo Metal Industries, Ltd.
Former executive officer at Japanese-American metal casting company -
Engineering SupportMasayoshi Kishimoto
After working as an automobile mechanic, he worked for a major automobile manufacturer for about 10 years in prototype and experimental evaluation development of car bodies and core parts. Most recently, he worked in production technology at a car body manufacturer.
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Engineering SupportK.Kono
First-class Aircraft Maintenance Engineer for Boeing, Airbus, and Embraer aircraft.Chief Instructor of JAL First-Class Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Training Facility Engaged as an ICA Compliance Expert and a Continued Airworthiness Engineer at Mitsubishi Aircraft
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Engineering SupportNaoto Sasao
Engaged in line maintenance and airworthiness inspection at airlines for over 20years.