Dan MacKin

Dan Mackin is a seasoned aviation professional with over 32 years of experience in military and civilian sectors. Currently a pilot at NetJets since February 2022, Dan's extensive background includes significant roles within the US Navy from 1990 to 2022, where expertise encompassed naval aviation and program management. Noteworthy positions include serving as Program Manager for Persistent Maritime Unmanned Systems, Chief of Staff for the Program Executive Officer of Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons, and military assistant to the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics. Dan holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, a Master's degree in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and completed specialized training as an Aviation Safety Officer at the Naval Postgraduate School. Additionally, Dan has participated in various program management courses at the Defense Acquisition University and possesses a Naval Science minor from the College of the Holy Cross.