Jackie Kimmel, Mpm
About Jackie Kimmel, Mpm
Jackie Kimmel is a Technical Training Manager at BLUE ORIGIN with a diverse background in journalism and technical training in the aerospace industry.
Technical Training Manager at BLUE ORIGIN
Jackie Kimmel currently serves as the Technical Training Manager at BLUE ORIGIN in Seattle, Washington. She assumed this role in 2021. In this position, she is responsible for overseeing and orchestrating technical training programs, ensuring that employees are effectively trained to meet the organization's goals and standards. This role capitalizes on her extensive experience in training and development within the aerospace industry.
Previous Roles in Learning and Development
Before joining BLUE ORIGIN, Jackie Kimmel worked at Sierra Space as a Learning and Development Manager in 2021 for six months. Prior to that, she spent three years at Sierra Nevada Corporation in a similar capacity, where she managed various learning and development initiatives. Her role included developing training programs and materials to help employees enhance their skills and meet organizational objectives.
Instructional Design and Training Experience
From 2010 to 2017, Jackie Kimmel worked at Spectra Logic as an Instructional Designer and Corporate Trainer in Boulder, Colorado. During her seven-year tenure, she designed instructional materials and provided training sessions to employees, contributing significantly to the company’s training and development efforts. This experience helped hone her skills in creating effective learning programs and delivering training content.
Educational Background in Project Management and Communications
Jackie Kimmel has a well-rounded educational background. She earned her Master’s degree in Project Management from Colorado State University-Global Campus, where she studied from 2014 to 2016. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a focus on Journalism from California State University-Fullerton, completed between 2004 and 2008. This combination of project management and communication skills supports her effectiveness in her current role.
Career Transition from Journalism to Technical Training
Jackie Kimmel’s career began in journalism, working as an Associate Editor for Media Business Corp and Cygnus Business Media between 2008 and 2010. She later transitioned to a role as News Editor/Account Manager at Daily Titan, CSU Fullerton from 2004 to 2008. Her background in journalism has enriched her communication skills, which are essential in her current technical training and development roles within the aerospace sector.