Transient Line Technician

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Transient Line Technician to support a unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

Job Responsibilities

The Transient Line Technician is responsible for assisting the Transient Line Production Superintendent with ground handling and servicing of arriving and departing aircraft. Duties include performing standard aviation operations and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing ground handling and servicing for arriving and departing aircraft, including refueling, towing, and securing as required.
• Following and performing Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) standard marshalling commands, ensuring safe and efficient aircraft movements on the ground.
• Supporting aircraft maintenance checks, inspections, and operational activities under supervision.
• Coordinating with T-Line supervisors and other team members to ensure timely servicing of all aircraft.
• Operating ground support equipment (GSE) and other vehicles in compliance with safety protocols.
• Assisting in the implementation of procedures for safe handling of large-body aircraft operations, ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with aviation industry and organizational standards.
• Identifying and resolving minor maintenance or servicing issues when required or escalating them to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintaining records of services performed and reporting any discrepancies or issues encountered during servicing activities.
  
  

• Minimum two (2) years of general aircraft maintenance experience. (Experience with large-body aircraft is preferred.)
• Demonstrated understanding of FAA standard marshalling commands and ability to perform these tasks confidently.
• Must possess a current and valid driver’s license (U.S. or International).
• Knowledge of aviation ground handling practices and procedures, with an emphasis on safety compliance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.
  
  

• Formal aviation ground handling certifications or related training.
• Previous experience in servicing large-body aircraft operations, including cargo and passenger aircraft.
• Familiarity with Air Mobility Command (AMC) procedures and best practices.
• Prior experience in an OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) operational environment or austere environments with a multi-national workforce.
• Valid country driver’s license and passport.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
  
  

• 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 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.