Transient (T-Line) Production Superintendent at Amentum in British Indian Ocean Territory, Kenya

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    Transient (T-Line) Production Superintendent

    AmentumBritish Indian Ocean Territory, Kenya

    Posted

    1 month ago

    Full Time
    On Site
    Senior
    Automotive & Aviation
    Logistics & Transportation

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    Job Description

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

    Key Responsibilities

    1. Providing training for all contractor employees performing tasks assigned in the T-Line annex and documenting this training appropriately.
    2. Overseeing aviation safety compliance and ensuring tasks are conducted per established safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
    3. Acting as the single source of information for the T-Line annex and Base Operating Support Contractor (BOSC) contract requirements.
    4. Developing, coordinating, and implementing parking plans for a diverse range and volume of aircraft on two ramps, working with multiple entities including the Navy, United States Air Force (USAF), Coalition forces, and AMC (Air Mobility Command) contract flights.
    5. Managing and overseeing a 10-person T-Line shop, including the facilitation of on-the-job training (OJT) and annual training for assigned personnel.
    6. Coordinating with the AMC annual maintenance contract to fulfill non-organic Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) requests.
    7. Working closely with Fuels and Air Traffic Control Officer (ATOC) units to support and schedule aircraft refueling and cargo requirements.
    8. Notifying Air Operations, AMC, ATOC, and T-Line management of any aircraft maintenance delays or operational issues to minimize disruptions.

    Required Qualifications

    • Six (6) years of production experience in aviation maintenance or operations, as defined within Air Force Instruction AFI 21-101_Air Mobility Command Supplement AMCSUP 1, Chapters 3 & 4, or equivalent Department of Defense (DoD)/civilian experience. Experience with large-body aircraft is highly preferred.
    • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
    • Current and valid driver’s license (U.S. or International).
    • Proven capability in developing and coordinating aircraft parking plans for diverse aircraft and working collaboratively with multiple agencies.
    • Experience in managing a shop of up to 10 personnel, including providing OJT and annual training.
    • Familiarity with coordinating and fulfilling non-organic AGE requests through the AMC annual maintenance contract.
    • Ability to work closely with Fuels and ATOC to ensure aircraft refueling and cargo requests are supported.
    • Must be able to generate direct communication and coordination with Air Ops, AMC, ATOC, and T-Line to resolve maintenance delays or operational issues.
    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training in aviation management, logistics, or a related technical field.
    • Prior experience in OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) operations or austere environments with a multi-national workforce.
    • Familiarity with Air Mobility Command processes and procedures.
    • Knowledge of military and civilian aviation safety standards.
    • Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

    Job Details

    Salary Type

    Monthly

    Job Function

    Logistics & Transportation

    Minimum Experience

    6 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Aviation

    Field of Study

    Aviation Management, Logistics

    Languages

    English

    Other Locations

    Manda Bay, Lamu County; Port Luis

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: To apply for this position, please use the 'Start your application' link provided on the company's career portal. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact the Reasonable Accommodation Helpline at 1-888-877-3181 or 301-944-3299 for assistance. Please provide your name, the best method for contacting you, the position title, and Requisition/Job Number.

    Tips for a Production Superintendent role:

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    4. Emphasize Training & Development: Highlight your experience in providing technical training, OJT, and annual training to personnel, demonstrating your commitment to team growth and compliance.

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    Tags

    Production Superintendent
    T-Line operations
    aviation safety
    technical training
    aircraft parking plans