Amanda Fisher
About Amanda Fisher
Amanda Fisher serves as the Director of Business Operations at Amentum, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in business operations and financial management, previously holding positions at PAE and Lockheed Martin.
Work at Amentum
Amanda Fisher has held the position of Director of Business Operations at Amentum since 2021. In this role, she oversees business operations and manages a team responsible for financial reporting on 13 contracts, which collectively generate an annual revenue of $330 million. Her responsibilities include ensuring the effective implementation of business strategies and operational efficiencies within the organization.
Previous Experience at PAE
Prior to her role at Amentum, Amanda Fisher worked at PAE as a Senior Business Operations Manager from 2016 to 2021. During her five years at PAE, she was based in Arlington, VA, where she contributed to various business operations initiatives, including overseeing the implementation of a Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) improvement plan that resulted in a 27-day reduction.
Background at Lockheed Martin
Amanda Fisher served as a Multi-Functional Senior Financial Analyst at Lockheed Martin from 2011 to 2016. Her five-year tenure in Gaithersburg, MD, involved financial analysis and support for various projects. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in financial operations and contract management.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Fisher has a diverse educational background. She studied Accounting at Towson University for one year and later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts and Spanish from Salisbury University from 2000 to 2004. She also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business, which she completed from 2012 to 2016. Her education complements her expertise in financial management and business operations.
Contract Management Experience
Amanda Fisher has extensive experience managing various contract types, including fixed price, time & material, and cost reimbursable contracts. She has worked with major clients such as the Department of State, Department of Justice, and USAID. Notably, she led the finance transition for the $400 million ICITAP/OPDAT contract, showcasing her capability in handling large-scale financial operations.