Air Cargo Packaging Specialist

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services supporting the U.S. government, allied partners, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking an Air Cargo Packaging Specialist to support a unique U.S. Navy program located on the remote island of Diego Garcia.

Job Responsibilities

The Air Cargo Packaging Specialist is responsible for preparing cargo for air shipment in accordance with U.S. Navy, Department of Defense, and aviation packaging standards. Responsibilities include inspecting cargo, selecting appropriate packaging materials, and ensuring items are properly packed, secured, and labeled to withstand air transport conditions.

The Air Cargo Packaging Specialist performs packing, crating, palletizing, and banding of materials while ensuring compliance with weight, balance, and safety requirements. This role includes preparing cargo documentation, verifying packaging accuracy, and coordinating with air cargo and logistics teams to support timely shipment processing.

Additional duties include maintaining packaging supplies and equipment, following hazardous material handling and packaging procedures when applicable, and ensuring work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards. The Air Cargo Packaging Specialist supports mission‑critical logistics operations in a remote, fast‑paced environment.

Minimum Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in cargo packaging, freight preparation, logistics, or warehouse operations
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of packaging methods, material handling, and shipment preparation procedures
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, and prolonged standing
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow packaging and safety instructions

• Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.

• Passport must 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 compliance throughout the duration of deployment.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi‑national workforce
• Experience supporting air cargo, military logistics, or DoD transportation operations
• Familiarity with hazardous materials packaging or air shipment regulations
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Valid country driver’s license.

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.