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 a Vehicle Operator to support a unique US Navy program on the island
of Diego Garcia. The Vehicle Operator will be responsible for operating government
vehicles and ground support equipment in support of air terminal and fl ight line operations.
This position safely transports passengers, baggage, cargo, and equipment while ensuring
compliance with U.S. Navy, airfield safety, and transportation regulations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Operate government vehicles and specialized ground support equipment in support
of air terminal and fl ight line operations.
- Safely transport passengers, cargo, baggage, mail, and equipment between air
terminal facilities, aircraft parking areas, and designated staging locations.
- Perform preoperational, operational, and post operational inspections to ensure
vehicles are safe and serviceable.
- Operate vehicles in accordance with airfi eld driving procedures, traƯic regulations,
and flight line safety requirements.
- Maintain situational awareness while working around aircraft, ground support
equipment, and other operational hazards.
- Assist with cargo and baggage loading, unloading, and movement as directed.
- Maintain assigned vehicles in a clean, safe, and operational condition.
- Report vehicle defi ciencies, maintenance requirements, accidents, or safety
concerns promptly.
- Maintain accurate vehicle inspection records, operating logs, and transportation
documentation.
- Support air terminal operations by responding to changing operational priorities and
schedules.
- Provide courteous and professional customer service to passengers, aircrews, and
mission partners.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and
level of the position.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One (1) to three (3) years of experience operating vehicles in in transportation,
logistics, air terminal, or aviation support environments.
- Knowledge of vehicle operation, traƯic laws, and airfi eld driving procedures.
- Ability to safely operate vehicles around aircraft and in high traƯic operational
environments.
- Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
- Passport must 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
compliance throughout 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 working in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United
States) environment with a multi-national workforce
- A valid driver's license to legally operate a motor vehicle. .
- Experience supporting U.S. military, government, or aviation transportation
operations.
- Experience operating specialized ground support equipment.
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.
