Kenneth Jackman
About Kenneth Jackman
Kenneth Jackman is an Engineering Technologist and Technical Writer with extensive experience in submarine electronics and engineering documentation. He has worked for AECOM and Amentum, as well as served in various capacities within the US Navy, focusing on engineering change instructions and technical training.
Current Role at Amentum
Kenneth Jackman currently serves as an Engineering Technologist (Technical Writer) at Amentum, a position he has held since 2020 in Portsmouth, Virginia. In this role, he is responsible for developing and maintaining Submarine Imaging Engineering Change Instructions (ECIs). His work involves conducting site visits and investigations to support proposed solutions and alternatives for ECI implementation. Jackman coordinates with various engineering, technical, logistics, and program management disciplines to define ECI requirements.
Previous Experience at AECOM
Prior to his current position, Kenneth Jackman worked at AECOM as an Engineering Technologist (Technical Writer) from 2016 to 2020 in the Norfolk, Virginia area. During his four years at AECOM, he contributed to various technical writing projects, enhancing documentation processes and supporting engineering teams.
Career at US Navy
Kenneth Jackman has extensive experience with the US Navy, where he held multiple roles over several years. He served as a Submarine Electronics Technician Manager from 2012 to 2014 and as an Operations Coordinator from 2014 to 2016, both in the Commander Submarine Forces Atlantic. His earlier roles included Submarine Electronics Technician (Senior) from 2009 to 2012 and Submarine Electronics Technician (Junior) from 2003 to 2009 on USS California SSN 781 and USS Augusta SSN 710, respectively. He also completed Class 'A' and Class 'C' Technical Schools at Naval Submarine School.
Education and Training
Kenneth Jackman completed his secondary education at Cooper City High School from 1998 to 2002. His technical training includes attending Class 'A' Technical School and Class 'C' Technical School in 2009, where he gained specialized knowledge relevant to submarine electronics. Additionally, he began his military career as a Naval Recruit in 2002 at Naval Station Great Lakes.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In his various roles, Kenneth Jackman has developed a strong skill set in interpreting and analyzing engineering change proposals (ECPs), ship alterations (SHIPALTs), and technical documentation. He trains other engineers on technical issues related to the development, revision, and maintenance of ECIs, ensuring that his team remains knowledgeable about current practices and standards in submarine engineering.