Amentum, a integral leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the U.S. government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking an MSC Riding Gang Administrative Specialist to support a unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary administrative and coordination point for MSC Riding Gang personnel supporting maintenance and repair activities aboard MSC vessels.
- Coordinate onboarding, travel, documentation, and crew‑list requirements for Riding Gang workers in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard and MSC regulations.
- Prepare, process, and maintain personnel records, safety certifications, background checks, and training documentation.
- Track work assignments, labor hours, and project progress for Riding Gang teams while vessels are underway or in port.
- Maintain accurate logs, reports, and administrative documentation related to Riding Gang operations, compliance, and mission support.
- Support scheduling of maintenance activities, ensuring alignment between Riding Gang supervisors, ship leadership, and Amentum management.
- Assist with procurement requests, material tracking, and logistical coordination for Riding Gang tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Ensure all administrative actions comply with MSC, Navy, Coast Guard, and Amentum standards.
- Provide regular updates to leadership regarding personnel status, operational impacts, and administrative requirements.
Minimum Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in administrative support, maritime operations, maintenance coordination, or related fields.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in administration, logistics, or maritime operations 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 meet and maintain contract medical requirements for the duration of assignment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting MSC, maritime operations, shipboard maintenance, or Riding Gang programs.
- Familiarity with U.S. Coast Guard crew‑list requirements, safety training standards, or maritime compliance.
- Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
- Experience working in fast‑paced, mobile, or shipboard environments.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to obtain country‑specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
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 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 his/her 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 job