Air Transportation Supervisor

Amentum; Garcia; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 78.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Amentum is seeking an Air Transportation Supervisor on Diego Garcia, BIOT, to oversee flight service operations ensuring aircraft are prepared for departure in accordance with regulations.

You will lead a team of Air Transportation personnel, supervise galley/lavatory servicing, coordinate schedules, maintain records, and enforce safety and quality standards in a challenging remote overseas environment.

Formación

• 3-5 years in flight service, air transportation, or ground support with supervisory experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; logistics/transport certification preferred.
• Certification or training in air transportation or logistics management.
• Thorough knowledge of air transportation regulations and AFI 24-605 guidelines.
• Strong understanding of aircraft servicing practices including galley/lavatory servicing and interior sanitation.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to supervise teams.
• Proficiency with computer systems and software for managing schedules, tasks, and maintenance logs.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise flight service operations and ensure tasks meet required timeframes and regulatory standards.
• Lead and coordinate a team of Air Transportation personnel and assign tasks.
• Coordinate equipment handling and servicing, including galley/lavatory operations and sanitation.
• Monitor schedules to ensure timely departures and arrivals.
• Oversee equipment readiness and safety compliance.
• Liaise with cargo handlers and ground crews for efficient operations.
• Prepare reports and maintain records of activities, usage, and inventory.
• Train and evaluate team members to ensure high performance.
• Resolve operational issues to maintain schedule integrity and customer satisfaction.
• Implement QA/QC procedures for air transportation support.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Documentation accuracy

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Educación

High school diploma

Logistics certification

Herramientas

Scheduling software

Descripción del empleo

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 significant 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 flight 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 flight 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:
  • Picking up, loading, and unloading aircraft service equipment and supplies.
  • Conducting air transportation galley/lavatory (ATGL) servicing.
  • Conducting portable lavatory, aircraft latrine, and water servicing.
  • 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 efficient and safe aircraft servicing operations.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations, safety protocols, and operational requirements during flight servicing operations.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records of flight 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 flight service, air transportation, or ground support operations, including supervisory experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in logistics, transportation management, or related fields is preferred.
• Certification 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 effectively.
• Proficiency with computer systems and software for managing schedules, tasks, and maintenance logs.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently 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-specific 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, 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 their 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 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 office, industrial, warehouse, port, 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, 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.