Charlie Jackson has a distinguished career in engineering and active involvement with the IEEE, beginning with a long tenure at Northrop Grumman since April 2007 and previously at TRW from 1985 to 2000. Contributions to the IEEE Coastal Los Angeles Section include multiple leadership roles such as MTT Chapter Chair, Section Secretary, and Section Chair, as well as significant projects like the Digitization Project for MTT and chairing various symposia. Recognition for achievements includes being named a Fellow of IEEE in 2007. Educationally, Charlie Jackson holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physics from UCLA, obtained between 1976 and 1982.