Dan Cozzi

Dan Cozzi's work experience includes various roles in different companies.

From April 2021 to the present, they have been working as a KC-135 Pilot Instructor at Delaware Resource Group, where they provide instruction in aircraft systems and operational procedures and contributes to curriculum development and quality assurance of courseware.

In June 2021, they started working as a Pastoral Care Associate - Chaplain at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia, where they offer spiritual aid and pastoral care.

Since May 2018, they have been serving as a Permanent Deacon at the Diocese of Belleville, providing Christian spiritual aid, charitable service, and pastoral care.

From August 2014 to April 2021, Dan worked as a KC-135 Pilot Instructor at CAE USA INC. In this role, they provided instruction in aircraft systems and operational procedures, assisted in curriculum development, and performed additional duties such as courseware review and safety audits.

In 2013, they worked as an Excellence Manager at ELITE HR Team, where they consulted small business owners in strategic planning, culture development, and quality improvement.

From January 2011 to May 2014, Dan held the positions of Deputy Director of Operations and Coronet Mission Director at the 618th Air and Space Operations Center.

From 2007 to 2011, they served as the Assistant Director of Ops/Command Master Test Director at AMC Test and Evaluation Squadron.

Dan also has extensive experience in the United States Air Force, where they worked as a United States Air Force KC-135 Instructor Pilot from 1996 to 2011.

Additionally, they have held roles such as Joint Operations Staff Officer at Multi-National Security Transition Command - Iraq in 2009 and Deputy Division Chief, Project Manager at Air Mobility Battlelab from 2005 to 2007. In these roles, they managed projects, coordinated resources, and made strategic technology purchasing decisions.

Overall, Dan Cozzi has a diverse background with experience in aviation instruction, pastoral care, leadership roles, and project management.

Dan Cozzi has a diverse educational background. Dan began their academic journey in 1986 at Plainfield High School, where they obtained their high school diploma in 1990.

Following their high school education, Dan attended the United States Air Force Academy from 1990 to 1994. During this time, they pursued a degree in Aeronautical Engineering, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS).

After taking a break from formal education, Dan enrolled at Regis University from 2006 to 2008. Dan pursued a Master's degree in Non-Profit Management, expanding their knowledge in this field.

In 2013, Dan decided to pursue theological studies and enrolled at the Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology. Dan completed the Certificate of Deacon Formation program from 2013 to 2018, focusing on Theology/Theological Studies.

In addition to their formal education, Dan has also obtained several certifications. Dan acquired their Airline Transport Pilot, Multi-Engine, Instrument certification from the Federal Aviation Administration in June 2021. Prior to that, in May 2018, they obtained a certification in Diaconal Ministry from the Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology. Furthermore, Dan obtained a certification as a Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence from ASQ in March 2014.