John E. Jackson
Professor College of Distance Education
Biography
Professor Jackson has served at NWC for more than 20 years, teaching in the areas of national security decision-making, logistics, and unmanned and robotic systems. He holds the E.A. Sperry Chair of Unmanned and Robotic Systems and lectures frequently. His latest book “One Nation, Under Drones" was published by the U.S. Naval Institute in December 2018. He is the program manager for the Chief of Naval Operation's professional reading program. Additionally, he serves on the President's Action Group and as chairman of the 9-11 Memorial Committee. A retired Navy Captain, he served in supply and logistics assignments both afloat and ashore retiring in 1998 after 27 years of active service.
Contact Information
Areas of Expertise
- UAVs/Drones
Professional Highlights
Program Manager, CNO Reading Program
Professor of Unmanned Systems
Education
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies, Salve Regina University, 1997
Diploma, Harvard University, 1997, Management Development Program
M.S., Salve Regina University, 1983, Management
Diploma, Naval War College, College of Naval Command and Staff, 1983
M.E., Providence College, 1976, Guidance and Counseling
Bachelor of University Studies, University of New Mexico, 1971
Awards and Decorations
Department of the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Award
June 2003
U.S. Navy Legion of Merit
1998
External Memberships and Associations
U.S. Naval War College Foundation
U.S. Naval Institute
Navy League of the United States
Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International
Consortium for Robotics and Unmanned Systems Education and Research
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