David Logsted, Pmp, Cts
About David Logsted, Pmp, Cts
David Logsted is an Engineering Program/Project Lead at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in engineering and project management.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
David Logsted serves as the Engineering Program/Project Lead at Sandia National Laboratories, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leverages his extensive engineering and project management experience to lead various global security technology projects. Additionally, he owns and operates Compass AudioVisual, LLC, where he serves as a consultant, owner, and project manager.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role, David Logsted worked as a Science & Engineering Project Manager at Sandia National Laboratories from 2017 to 2019. He also served as a Project Consultant at The Sextant Group in Phoenix, Arizona from 2016 to 2017 and as the Director of Engineering, Audiovisual Division at Interface Communications Company in Boulder, CO from 2015 to 2016. His long tenure at Sandia includes roles as a Scientific Visualization Systems Engineer and Project Manager, an Electrical Systems Engineer, and a Project Manager in the Aircraft Compatibility department.
Educational Background
David Logsted earned his BSEE in Electrical Engineering from The University of New Mexico, studying from 1985 to 1992. He also attended The Recording Workshop, where he studied Recording Engineering and achieved a Certificate in 1987. His educational background, combined with his professional certifications (PMP and CTS), underscores his expertise in both engineering and project management.
Notable Projects
David Logsted designed and managed the construction of Sandia's flagship multi-million dollar scientific visualization facilities from 2000 to 2010. He played a key role in these high-profile projects that significantly advanced the lab's capabilities in scientific visualization. Additionally, his work in the Counter-Autonomy & Physical Security R&D department starting in July 2019 focuses on developing global security technology projects.
Specialized Skills
David Logsted specializes in the integrated application of systems engineering, quality management, and program/project management. He has extensive experience in developing and presenting briefings to project customers and stakeholders, utilizing both his technical and managerial skills to communicate effectively and ensure project success.