Amber Smith
About Amber Smith
Amber Smith is an experienced Aviation Mechanic 1 at Amentum, specializing in aircraft maintenance with a background in supervising production teams. With over a decade of experience in the aviation field, including roles in the US Navy and various aviation companies, Smith possesses extensive mechanical knowledge and adaptability.
Work at Amentum
Amber Smith has been employed at Amentum as an Aviation Mechanic 1 since 2021. In this role, she applies her extensive experience in aviation mechanics to support various projects. Her responsibilities include supervising production teams and ensuring the maintenance and repair of aircraft systems. Smith's tenure at Amentum has contributed to her professional development and expertise in the aviation field.
Previous Experience in Aviation
Prior to her current position, Amber Smith worked at Vartan Aviation Group as a Structures Mechanic for two months in 2019. She also served as an Aircraft Worker at PAE from 2019 to 2021 at NAS Whidbey Island, WA. During her time at PAE, she gained hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance. Additionally, she worked with the US Navy as an Aviation Structural Safety Equipment Mechanic for 11 years, where she developed significant mechanical knowledge and skills in aviation.
Aircraft Maintenance Expertise
Amber Smith possesses extensive mechanical knowledge that is applicable to the aviation industry. Her expertise includes adaptability and improvisation skills, which are essential in the field of aviation mechanics. Smith has worked on EA-18G aircraft after transferring to Whidbey Island, further enhancing her proficiency in aircraft maintenance through practical experience.
Education and Training
Amber Smith studied at The University of Texas at San Antonio, where she focused on Kinesiology and Exercise Science from 2008 to 2010. This educational background provided her with a foundational understanding of physical principles, which she later applied in her aviation career. Her academic experience complements her extensive hands-on training in aviation mechanics.
Early Career Background
Before entering the aviation field, Amber Smith worked at HEB as a Bagger/Market from 2006 to 2010 in Alvin, Texas. This early work experience contributed to her development of customer service skills and work ethic, which have been beneficial throughout her career in aviation.