Background
Balk, David Michael was born on April 16, 1957 in Tucson. Son of Sheldon and Melvina Lee (Bellman) Balk.
Career officer marine engineer aquanaut
Balk, David Michael was born on April 16, 1957 in Tucson. Son of Sheldon and Melvina Lee (Bellman) Balk.
Bachelor of Science in Architect Engineering, California Poly Technology University, 1980. Master of Engineering in Ocean Engineering, Texas Agricultural and Mechanical, 1985.
Commissioned ensign, United States Navy, since 1980; commanding officer, Underwater Construction Team Two, Port Hueneme, California, 1993-1995.
Adult leader Boy Scouts American, since 1990. Member American Society of Civil Engineers, Society of America Military Engineers (board directors), Marine Technology Society, Surfrider, Alpha Epsilon Pi (president since 1975).
Married Juanita Paula Ammerman, September 27, 1980. Children: Alexander Sean, Meghan Anne.