David Colon, Pmp, Csm
About David Colon, Pmp, Csm
David Colon is a Principal Science & Engineering Systems Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories, overseeing a major component of the W87-1 Nuclear Deterrence Program.
Current Position at Sandia National Laboratories
David Colon currently holds the position of Principal Science & Engineering, Systems Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories. Since 2021, he has been based in Livermore, California, where he manages a Product Realization Team for the W87-1 Nuclear Deterrence Program. In this role, he oversees a budget exceeding $50 million and leads a multidisciplinary team responsible for designing, building, testing, and qualifying components for nuclear deterrence. He acts as the primary point of contact for executive leadership and customers, ensuring seamless communication and project success.
Previous Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Before his current position, David Colon served as a Senior Science & Engineering, Systems Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories from 2018 to 2021. During this time, he continued to contribute to the field of systems engineering in Livermore, CA, focusing on complex technical and programmatic oversight within the nuclear deterrence sector.
Experience at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
David Colon worked as a Program Manager at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions from 2017 to 2018. Located in Dallastown, PA, he was responsible for managing various defense-related programs, ensuring the fulfillment of project objectives and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
Educational Background
David Colon pursued advanced education in systems engineering, earning a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) from Penn State University from 2010 to 2012. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics and Management from Dowling College, obtained between 1999 and 2003. His foundational education was completed at the Institute of Technology "Leonardo da Vinci" in Pisa, Italy, where he earned a Diploma in Aeronautical Constructions from 1993 to 1998.
Leadership in Nuclear Deterrence Program
In his role at the W87-1 Nuclear Deterrence Program, David Colon provides programmatic and technical oversight to a team of 30 members. He ensures collaboration and influence among partners and stakeholders, negotiates roles and deliverables, and leads the technical team, customers, and quality organizations to establish a comprehensive qualification plan and requirements verification strategy. He also works closely with production agencies to facilitate a smooth transition from development to full-scale production.