David M. Schindler

David M. Schindler is an experienced contracts and financial professional with a robust background in managing complex contracts and financial processes across various defense and aerospace organizations. Currently serving as a Senior Contracts Administrator at AeroVironment since May 2020, David oversees customer coordination on multiple development contracts from initiation to completion. David's previous roles include serving as a Senior Contracts Manager at Northrop Grumman and Orbital ATK, where responsibilities included ensuring contract compliance and enhancing internal systems for better customer service. Additionally, David has experience as a Financial Analyst at Valkyrie Enterprises and a Senior Contract Administrator at Moog Inc., where collaborative efforts focused on risk management and adherence to contractual obligations. David holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management from California State University, Northridge, and a certification in Government Contracting from the same institution.