David Alabed

Vice President at Elbit Systems Of America

David Alabed is the Chief Executive Officer of Stark Aerospace, a position he has held since November 2020. Before becoming CEO, he served as the Vice President of Operations at IAI North America, where he was involved in various aerospace and defense projects. Alabed has over 30 years of experience in the commercial, defense, and aerospace sectors, having previously worked at Elbit Systems of America for 12 years in senior operational roles.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronic Engineering and a Master of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering from East Tennessee State University. Additionally, he is certified as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, reflecting his expertise in process improvement and operational efficiency.1 2 4

Under his leadership, Stark Aerospace focuses on advanced aerospace capabilities, including unmanned aerial systems and integrated manufacturing solutions.2 3

Highlights

Nov 21 · starkaerospace.com

Leadership - Stark Aerospace

Experience

Chief Executive Officer at Stark Aerospace (August 2020 - Present)

Vice President Of Operations at IAI North America (October 2018 - Present), Vice President Of Operations & Site Leader at Elbit Systems of America (June 2006 - June 2017), Vice President of Operations at Ciena (1997 - 2006)

Education

M.S. in Manufacturing Technology at East Tennessee State University (1988 - 1994), B.S. in Electronic Technology at East Tennessee State University (1984 - 1988)