David Alabed

David Alabed has extensive experience in the aerospace and defense industry. David is currently the Chief Executive Officer at Stark Aerospace, a global aerospace defense contractor specializing in composite manufacturing and unmanned aerial systems. Before joining Stark Aerospace in 2020, David served as the Vice President of Operations at IAI North America, the subsidiary of Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. David was also the Vice President of Operations & Site Leader at Elbit Systems of America, a U.S.-based subsidiary of Elbit Systems Ltd. David started their career at Ciena, where they held the role of Vice President of Operations. Their expertise in operations and leadership roles make him a valuable asset in the industry.

David Alabed earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electronic Technology from East Tennessee State University in 1988. David then pursued further education and completed a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Manufacturing Technology at the same university, graduating in 1994. Additionally, they obtained certifications in Lean Six Sigma, namely Black Belt and Green Belt, from Villanova University. The specific months and years of obtaining these certifications are not provided.