Hello! I'm Dan (Daniel J.) Donovan
As AMEG’s Director of Safety & Maintenance, I lead with a hands-on, prevention-first mindset, building safety programs that actually work in the field, not just on paper. With 25 years managing military and civilian Safety & Health programs and 15 years in safety and occupational health consulting, I bring deep operational credibility and a practical approach to risk reduction, readiness, and reliability, especially in remote locations and harsh conditions.
I am an OSHA and Cal-OSHA certified trainer (courses #500 through #7845) and hold an M.S. in Occupational Safety Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. I also completed the FAA Accident Investigation Course, strengthening his foundation in incident learning, root-cause thinking, and continuous improvement.
Director of Safety & Maintenance, AMEG Enterprises, LLC
Professional Journey and Vision
Dan’s leadership is grounded in decades of high-responsibility operational experience. He has served in aviation safety and command roles including Commanding Officer / Standardization Instructor Pilot / Safety & Health Officer with the California Army National Guard, and earlier as an Active-Duty Army OH-58D Cavalry Scout Pilot. He also served as a U.S. Navy Rescue Swimmer, where discipline, readiness, and calm decision-making aren’t “nice to have”, they’re the job.
In addition to his organizational leadership, Dan is the CEO of Donovan Aviation and Safety Consulting, providing safety and aviation consulting to organizations ranging from small businesses to large professional clients.
His service has been recognized with honors including the Soldier’s Medal and Air Medal, reflecting a career defined by commitment and accountability.
Core Areas of Expertise
Safety & Health program leadership (military + civilian)
OSHA / Cal-OSHA training and compliance execution
Operational safety in remote and demanding environments.
Accident/incident learning and investigation fundamentals (FAA)
Leadership, standardization, and operational readiness
Beyond the Job Site
Dan is a special needs parent and volunteers with the Special Olympics. He also donates his time by offering free workout and yoga sessions for special needs kids each month—proving that safety and care aren’t just professional values for him; they’re personal ones too.
