Air Transportation Supervisor
Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions,
trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most signifi cant and complex
challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity,
relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress.
Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being
are integral to success.
Amentum is seeking an Air Transportation Supervisor to support a unique US Navy program
on the island of Diego Garcia. The Air Transportation Supervisor is responsible for
overseeing fl eet service operations to ensure aircraft are cleaned, serviced, and prepared
for departure in accordance with all applicable regulations and procedures.
Job Responsibilities:
- Supervise and oversee fl eet service operations, ensuring all tasks are completed
within the required time while adhering to standards outlined in AFI 24-605 and
other applicable procedures and regulations.
- Assign, manage, and supervise a team of Air Transportation personnel for tasks,
such as:
o Picking up, loading, and unloading aircraft service equipment and supplies.
o Conducting air transportation galley/lavatory (ATGL) servicing.
o Conducting portable lavatory, aircraft latrine, and water servicing.
o Performing sanitation and cleaning of aircraft interiors.
- Coordinate and monitor work activities to ensure schedules and deadlines are met
for scheduled aircraft departures and arrivals.
- Oversee the inspection and proper usage of aircraft service equipment, ensuring it
is operational, clean, and in compliance with applicable safety standards.
- Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders, such as cargo handlers and
ground crews, to ensure eƯicient and safe aircraft servicing operations.
- Ensure compliance with all regulations, safety protocols, and operational
requirements during fl eet servicing operations.
- Prepare reports and maintain accurate records of fl eet service activities, including
equipment usage, maintenance, and inventory levels.
- Train, mentor, and evaluate team members to ensure skill development, high
performance, and adherence to standards.
Act promptly to resolve operational issues or delays to maintain schedule integrity
and customer satisfaction.
- Implement, monitor, and enforce quality assurance and control procedures for all
air transportation support activities.
Required Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in fl eet service, air transportation, or ground
support operations, including supervisory experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certifi cation in logistics,
transportation management, or related fi elds is preferred.
- Certifi cation or training in air transportation or logistics management.
- Thorough knowledge of air transportation regulations, procedures, and standards,
including AFI 24-605 guidelines.
- Strong understanding of aircraft servicing practices, including galley/lavatory
servicing, portable lavatories, and interior sanitation.
- Demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to manage and supervise
teams eƯectively.
- Profi ciency with computer systems and software for managing schedules, tasks,
and maintenance logs.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize
tasks eƯiciently in a high-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with team
members, passengers, and external stakeholders.
- Must be detail-oriented and capable of maintaining accurate records and
documentation.
- Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
- Passport should be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
- Ability to obtain country-specifi c visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign
Clearance Guide.
- Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain
requirements for the duration of deployment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
- Must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the
contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States)
environment with a multi-national workforce is preferred.
- Valid country driver’s license.
- Experience working at a military or government-operated passenger terminal or
supporting Department of Defense (DoD) air transportation services.
- Familiarity with aircraft servicing requirements, including galley, water, lavatory, and
interior sanitation needs.
- Experience managing transportation compliance in a military or government-
regulated environment.
Other Responsibilities:
Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility
for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate,
each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfi lling all self-
aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on
safety committees and teams.
Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to
our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet
customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum
Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality
System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand
their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the
general and specifi c operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all
plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.
Working Environment
This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote
overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in oƯice,
industrial, warehouse, port, airfi eld, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to
high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Work
schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on
operational requirements.
Physical Requirements
Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up
to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and
outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment
requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.
