Technical Reference Librarian

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 a Technical Reference Librarian (USAF) to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Technical Reference Librarian is considered the Air Force Technical Order Distribution Office (TODO) and shall be responsible for updating, maintaining and processing requirements for the library in Transportation, Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE), Munitions, Petroleum Oils and Lubricants (POL), Communications and Civil Engineer.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage, organize, and maintain technical manuals, reference materials, digital resources, and classified/unclassified documentation in support of USAF operations.
• Provide research assistance and reference support to maintenance, engineering, and operational personnel.
• Maintain accurate cataloging, indexing, and inventory systems in accordance with Air Force and Amentum standards.
• Ensure all technical documents are current, properly stored, and compliant with revision control and distribution requirements.
• Assist with digitization, scanning, and electronic filing of technical materials.
• Track, issue, and control technical publications and controlled documents.
• Coordinate with USAF departments to obtain updated manuals, technical orders (TOs), bulletins, and directives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure technical library environment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in the Air Force Technical Orders (T.O.) System.
• Familiar with and have at least the General (11 hours) and Advanced (12 hours) instruction on the Air Force Technical Order System.
• 1–3 years of experience in library services, technical documentation, records management, or administrative support.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in library science, information management, or records administration preferred.
• Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport must be valid for at least one year beyond hire date.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience supporting USAF or DoD technical documentation systems.
• Previous work experience in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce.
• Familiarity with Technical Orders (TOs), controlled documents, or military publication systems.
• Strong organizational, cataloging, document‑control, time management and customer service 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.