John Jackson
About John Jackson
John Jackson is a Technical Support Engineer at Toray Advanced Composites, specializing in expert services for the EMEA region. He has over three decades of experience in the composite materials industry, having held various roles in technical support, sales, and engineering across multiple companies.
Current Role at Toray Advanced Composites
John Jackson serves as a Technical Support Engineer in Expert Services EMEA at Toray Advanced Composites. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's operations in Langley Mill. In this role, he coordinates and supports multi-national cross-functional teams, leveraging his extensive experience in the composite materials sector.
Previous Experience in Composite Engineering
Prior to his current role, John Jackson worked at several notable companies in the composite engineering field. He was a Director and Composite Engineer at Belvedere Consultants Ltd from 2012 to 2015, where he worked on projects in Spirit Aerosystems across the UK, Malaysia, and India. He also held positions at Cytec Engineered Materials and Cytec Aerospace Ltd, where he focused on technical sales and service.
Education and Academic Background
John Jackson studied at Bury Grammar School before pursuing higher education at The Manchester Metropolitan University. He earned a BSc (Hons) in Polymer Science and Technology from 1981 to 1985. This educational foundation has supported his career in the composite materials industry.
Expertise in Composite Materials
John Jackson has extensive experience in optimizing composite material characteristics. His work focuses on improving production rates and reducing costs in various applications. He has been involved in the development and market introduction of new materials and product forms, showcasing his expertise in the field.
Career Timeline and Key Positions
John Jackson's career spans several decades, beginning in 1985 at Cytec Aerospace Ltd as a Technologist. Over the years, he has held various roles, including Deputy Quality Assurance Manager and Technical Sales Representative. His experience includes working at Hexcel Composites Ltd as a Key Account Manager and at TenCate Advanced Composites as a Technical Service Engineer.