Let's Talk

The best conversations start with a question

I enjoy connecting with people who share an interest in how complex systems get built, how teams find their flow, and how regulated industries can move faster without cutting corners.

How to reach me

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/rushysan

Best for initial contact and professional conversations.

Email

dave@david-rush.com

For anything that needs more than a LinkedIn message.

What I like to talk about

Flow-based thinking in regulated product development
The intersection of systems engineering and modern delivery methods
How AI is changing the way complex products get built
The book — ideas, feedback, and the writing process
Speaking invitations and conference panels

A note on conversations

Some of the best professional relationships I have started with someone asking "can I pick your brain about something?" I'm always happy to have those conversations.

I'm particularly interested in hearing from people working through the same challenges I work on — building complex systems in regulated environments like automotive, aerospace, medical, and critical infrastructure. The patterns are remarkably similar across industries.

If you're a student or early-career professional interested in systems engineering — absolutely reach out. Paying it forward matters.