Shipping / Receiving Clerk
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 21, 2026.
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 Shipping and Receiving Clerk to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Shipping and Receiving Clerk performs a variety of warehousing duties which require an understanding of the facility storage plan, shipping procedures, personal computer operation, and the safe operation of warehouse equipment.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Verify all items being received and/or shipped to or from the warehouse.
- Remove material from storage and prepare for shipment, noting and reporting discrepancies and obvious damages upon inspection of material.
- Verify the accuracy of the daily receiving report/shipping log.
- Store, stack or palletize materials in preparation for storage and/or shipment.
- Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
- File all paperwork per documented procedures.
- May route incoming items within the company as directed.
- Maintain related records.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Familiar with proper packaging methods and ability to interpret visual aids used to convey specific packaging requirements.
- Must be in possession of a valid passport and able to travel internationally.
- Passport should be valid for at least one (1) year at the time of hire.
- Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
- Country visa (as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide).
- Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in a shipping/receiving or warehouse environment preferred.
- Previous work experience in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce.
- Excellent organizational, 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.