David Buczek

David Buczek is an experienced aviation safety professional currently serving as Group Manager Safety Services at the Federal Aviation Administration since May 2019. Buczek leads multiple teams within the ATO Safety Directorate, focusing on quality assurance, runway safety, air traffic safety, and UAS safety. Prior roles include Manager of Tech Ops and UAS Safety Services, and Special Projects Coordinator for the Director of Safety at the FAA. Additionally, Buczek has a strong academic background with a Certificate in Organization Development and Change Management from Georgetown University, a Master's in International Business and Trade from American University, and a Bachelor's in Political Science from Binghamton University. Previous experience includes leadership roles at DB&A and Sapient, emphasizing strategy, business technology, and safety education.