Amentum

Air Terminal Manager - Diego Garcia

OCONUS-Diego Garcia
Full-time
Posted Aug 3, 2026

Skills

Compliance
Microsoft Office
Operations
Quality Management Systems
Time Management

Job description

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking an Air Terminal Manager to support a government contract based on the island of Diego Garcia.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Air Terminal Manager (ATM) has oversight of all port services associated with site air terminal operations. Ensures compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Amentum ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS). The ATM is responsible for the performance of the work in Annex 0501070, Passenger Terminal and Cargo Handling and other areas as assigned.

The Air Terminal Manager will be available within 30 minutes to meet with Government personnel and / or Program leadership as required 24 hours/day, 7 days/week in this role.

PURPOSE / SCOPE

•Obtain aircraft flight schedules and determine cargo capabilities and cargo load information

•Process/manifest passengers for air transportation, handle baggage, load/offload aircraft, complete security checks of passengers and baggage

•Ensures hazardous materials are properly inspected, documented and certified

•Prepares and handles cargo in accordance with all prescribed regulations, instructions, technical orders and procedures

•Implements, documents and controls quality, training, environment and safety programs

•Maintains publications, forms and files required for personnel and freight

•Compiles data and submits reports and other correspondence as required

•Utilize Air Terminal computer applications and systems (e.g. GATES, MS products, etc.)

•Oversee scheduling of personnel / work supervision / quality control; and other duties as assigned, including assisting with recruiting process and HR support as directed

•Monitoring cost control, financial reports, budgeting, and overall operating costs to increase efficiencies and improve cost effectiveness of Program

•Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

•Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration/Management or Engineering, based on a four year course of study from a United States (U.S.) or United Kingdom (U.K.) accredited college or university or equivalent institution

•Educational knowledge shall include but is not limited to Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures Standardization Programs (NATOPS), Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), International Civil Air

Organization (ICAO) and other applicable laws, Navy regulations, instructions, and directives as they pertain to airfield standards, aircraft operations, and airfield management; airfield security regulations, safety requirements and practices/procedures to ensure all construction, repairs, and operations on the airfield are performed in a safe and secure environment

•Ten years of experience as a principle supervisor in an air terminal and experience in managing a workforce providing services on contracts of similar size, scope and complexity

•Experience working simultaneously in a multi-function base operations environment

•Experiential knowledge shall include but is not limited to operations, practices, and policies of Navy airfield management and supervision to plan, execute and oversee the Airfield Management Division; managing Navy airfield or equivalent airfield operations involving air operations with limited to moderate complexity resulting from multiple runways/helipads, different aircraft types, and/or varying supported command support requirements

•Three years previous supervisory experience in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce

•Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office products

•Experience with Air Terminal operations applications, specifically GATES and other systems / programs in standard military installation air terminals

•Ability and willingness to material handling equipment as needed

•Excellent organizational and time management skills

•Ability to obtain and maintain a US passport and driver's license throughout employment in this role

•Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring

•Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance

•Ability to obtain country-specific visas as required by the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide

•Ability to successfully pass the medical contract requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment

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 offices, industrial warehouses, ports, airfield, 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, 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.

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 and fulfilling 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 his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.