Randall Jahn
About Randall Jahn
Randall Jahn is the Technical Publications and Customer Training Manager at General Atomics, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in technical illustration and training, having held various roles in companies such as ProtoType Industries and CDI Aerospace.
Work at General Atomics
Randall Jahn has been employed at General Atomics since 2022, serving as the Technical Publications and Customer Training Manager. In this role, he oversees the development and management of technical publications and training programs. Jahn previously worked at General Atomics in various capacities, including Technical Illustrator IV and Technical Illustration/Animation Supervisor, accumulating a total of six years of experience with the company. His responsibilities have included producing technical visual media and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience at ProtoType Industries
At ProtoType Industries, Randall Jahn held multiple positions from 2006 to 2020, culminating in his role as Director of Illustration Technologies. During his tenure, he developed code for SVG/HTML5 interactive 2D vector images and conducted research on VR/AR applications for technical documentation. He also guided illustration revision and metadata standards to align with S1000D graphic specifications. His work contributed to the enhancement of interactive electronic technical manuals, particularly for the Airbus A380.
Career at CDI Aerospace
Randall Jahn worked at CDI Aerospace from 1997 to 2005 as a Senior Technical Illustrator. In this position, he produced technical visual media for various clients, including major aerospace companies such as Airbus and Boeing. Jahn also created interactive animations and 3D models, showcasing his skills in visual communication and technical illustration. His contributions supported the development of complex technical documentation for the aerospace industry.
Education and Expertise
Randall Jahn's educational background includes studies at Gateway Community College, where he focused on Design and Visual Communications from 1990 to 1992. He also attended Anthem College-Phoenix, earning an Associate's degree in Mechanical Drafting and CAD/CADD from 1994 to 1996. Jahn has applied his education in various roles, including as a Visual Communications Instructor at multiple institutions, where he shared his expertise in technical illustration and design.
Professional Contributions and Community Engagement
In addition to his professional roles, Randall Jahn has actively contributed to the technical illustration community by managing LinkedIn groups for IsoDraw Users and Technical Illustrators. His involvement in these groups fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing among professionals in the field. Jahn's extensive experience in technical publications and illustration has positioned him as a knowledgeable resource within the industry.