Amanda Leitz
About Amanda Leitz
Amanda Leitz is a Casual Associate Scientist II currently working at UCAR and has extensive experience in engineering and meteorology, including roles at Ball Aerospace and Rockwell Collins. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology from Virginia Tech and an International Baccalaureate Diploma from Princess Anne High School.
Current Role at UCAR
Amanda Leitz serves as a Casual Associate Scientist II at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). She has held this position since 2016, contributing to various research initiatives in Boulder, Colorado. Her role involves applying scientific principles to atmospheric research, collaborating with other scientists, and supporting projects that advance understanding of weather and climate.
Professional Experience at Ball Aerospace
Amanda Leitz has extensive experience at Ball Aerospace, where she has worked in multiple roles since 2013. She is currently an Integration and Test Engineer, a position she has held since 2019. Prior to this, she served as an Associate System Engineer from 2018 to 2019 and as an Engineering Aide 2 from 2017 to 2018. Her earlier roles included internships in meteorology and systems engineering, allowing her to develop a strong foundation in aerospace engineering and atmospheric science.
Educational Background
Amanda Leitz completed her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Meteorology at Virginia Tech from 2010 to 2014. She also achieved the International Baccalaureate Diploma at Princess Anne High School from 2006 to 2010. Her educational background has equipped her with a solid understanding of meteorological principles and practices, which she applies in her professional roles.
Previous Work Experience
In addition to her current roles, Amanda Leitz has gained diverse experience in the field of meteorology and engineering. She worked as an Aviation Meteorologist at Rockwell Collins from 2015 to 2016 and completed several internships, including a Weather Intern position at WDBJ7 in 2013 and a Meteorology Intern role at Ball Aerospace in the same year. These experiences have contributed to her expertise in atmospheric science and engineering.