Stephanie Burkhardt
About Stephanie Burkhardt
Stephanie Burkhardt is a Senior Proposal Manager at Amentum, with prior experience in proposal management roles at HealthMine Inc., CSC, and Lockheed Martin. She holds multiple degrees in English and Education and has a passion for equestrian activities and fitness competition.
Work at Amentum
Stephanie Burkhardt has been serving as a Senior Proposal Manager at Amentum since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for leading proposal efforts and managing the proposal lifecycle. Her experience in proposal management contributes to the company's success in securing contracts and delivering effective solutions to clients. Amentum operates in various sectors, including defense, intelligence, and civil markets, and Burkhardt's expertise plays a significant role in navigating the complexities of proposal submissions.
Previous Experience in Proposal Management
Before joining Amentum, Burkhardt held several positions in proposal management. She worked at HealthMine Inc. as the Director of Proposal Management from 2016 to 2019, where she oversaw proposal strategies and team management. Prior to that, she served as a Senior Proposal Manager at CSC from 2014 to 2016. Her career also includes roles at Lockheed Martin and HAWKER BEECHCRAFT CORP, where she developed her skills in proposal coordination and management.
Education and Expertise
Stephanie Burkhardt holds multiple degrees that enhance her professional capabilities. She earned a Master of Arts in Education from Fort Hays State University, completing her studies from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, she obtained two Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and Spanish from Dickinson State University between 2001 and 2005. Burkhardt also achieved a Master of Arts in English from Wichita State University from 2005 to 2007. Her educational background supports her expertise in communication and proposal writing.
Background in Teaching and Coordination
Burkhardt began her career in academia as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Wichita State University from 2005 to 2007. This role provided her with valuable experience in teaching and mentoring students. She later transitioned to the corporate sector, where she worked as a Proposal Coordinator at HealthSmart and HAWKER BEECHCRAFT CORP. These positions allowed her to develop her organizational and coordination skills, which are essential in proposal management.
Personal Interests and Growth
Outside of her professional life, Stephanie Burkhardt has a passion for equestrian activities and is an avid fitness competitor. She enjoys learning new skills and setting challenging goals, reflecting her commitment to personal and professional growth. Burkhardt has a personal connection to her horses, referring to them as her '1600 lb children.' She is also open to networking opportunities and enjoys discussing professional topics over coffee.