Dr. Karl Eric Spinnenweber
About Dr. Karl Eric Spinnenweber
Dr. Karl Eric Spinnenweber serves as the President of Amentum, a position he has held since 2013. He oversees a global workforce of 24,000 employees and manages a $4.7 billion organization focused on logistics, sustainment, and engineering services for U.S. federal clients.
Work at Amentum
Dr. Karl Eric Spinnenweber has served as President of Amentum since 2013, leading the organization for over 11 years. In this role, he oversees a global workforce of 24,000 employees and holds PNL responsibility for a $4.7 billion organization. Amentum provides services that include logistics, sustainment, diplomacy, and engineering for US federal clients worldwide. Dr. Spinnenweber focuses on ensuring critical mission readiness and the delivery of advanced technical solutions and services to Amentum's diverse client base.
Previous Experience at CSC
Before joining Amentum, Dr. Spinnenweber held various leadership positions at CSC. He served as Director of Surface Warfare from 2000 to 2002, and later as Vice President and General Manager of the Army Division Defense Group from 2010 to 2012. His tenure at CSC also included roles as Senior Manager, Vice President of Operations for the Intelligence Group, Director of IT and Surface Warfare, Capture Executive, and Vice President of Strategic Business Development, spanning from 1999 to 2009.
Educational Background
Dr. Spinnenweber has an extensive educational background. He graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering Systems. He then earned a Master of Science in Fluid Mechanics from The George Washington University. Furthering his education, he obtained a Master of Business Administration from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. Most recently, he achieved a Doctorate in Business Administration from the Fox School of Business at Temple University.
Leadership at Nichols Research Corporation
Prior to his roles at CSC, Dr. Spinnenweber worked at Nichols Research Corporation as Performance Center Leader and Department Manager from 1995 to 1999. In this position, he was responsible for managing performance and leading initiatives within the organization, contributing to his extensive experience in leadership and operational management.
Technical Expertise
Dr. Spinnenweber holds advanced degrees in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, showcasing his technical expertise in these fields. His educational background complements his leadership roles, particularly in overseeing technical solutions and services at Amentum, where he leads efforts in delivering advanced engineering and logistical support.