David Souders, MBA, Msece
About David Souders, MBA, Msece
David Souders, MBA, MSECE, serves as the Vice President of Business Development at Extant Aerospace, where he focuses on aligning product lifecycle sustainment capabilities with the strategic needs of aerospace and defense OEMs. He possesses a strong background in engineering and business development, supported by multiple degrees from the University of Florida and experience in various managerial roles within the aerospace industry.
Current Role at Extant Aerospace
David Souders serves as the Vice President of Business Development at Extant Aerospace, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on aligning the company's product lifecycle sustainment capabilities with the strategic initiatives of aerospace and defense original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). His responsibilities include driving strategic business development initiatives that connect Extant Aerospace's strengths with industry needs. He operates from Melbourne, Florida, where he has been instrumental in advancing the company's business objectives.
Previous Experience at Extant Aerospace
Prior to his current role, David Souders held several positions at Extant Aerospace. He worked as a Business Unit Manager from 2020 to 2021 and as a Sales & Program Manager from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at the company has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of its operations and strategic direction, allowing him to effectively contribute to its business development efforts.
Experience at Rockwell Collins
David Souders has extensive experience at Rockwell Collins, where he held multiple roles. He served as a Principal Operations Program Manager from 2014 to 2017 and as a Senior Operations Product Transition Manager from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he worked as a Project Engineer from 2008 to 2012. His experience at Rockwell Collins has equipped him with significant operational and engineering expertise relevant to the aerospace sector.
Educational Background
David Souders has a robust educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Engineering from Oral Roberts University from 2002 to 2006. He then pursued further studies at the University of Florida, where he obtained a Master of Science (M.S.) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from 2006 to 2008. He also completed a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) and a Master of Science (M.S.) in Industrial and Systems Engineering - Engineering Management from the University of Florida between 2010 and 2013.
Teaching Experience
In addition to his industry roles, David Souders has experience in academia. He served as an Adjunct Faculty member at Brevard Community College from 2008 to 2012. This role allowed him to share his knowledge and expertise in engineering and business with students, contributing to the development of future professionals in the field.