Amentum, a integral leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Base Communications Officer (BCO) Site Manager to support a government contract based on the island of Diego Garcia.
PURPOSE / SCOPE
The BCO Site Manager is responsible for overall supervision and performance of Base Communications Office operations, including, but not limited to Base Telecommunications Distribution System,including switch operations, switchboard operations, inside plant telephoneswitch maintenance, inside plant station equipment, customer premise cabling,outside plant fiber optic / copper cables, and other equipment in support of thetelephone switching system, as well as all other systems supported by BaseCommunications infrastructures.
BCO Site Manager will perform duties to ensure compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Amentum ISO **** Quality Management System (QMS).
The BCO Site Manager will be available within 30 minutes to meet with Government personnel and / or Program leadership as required 24 hours/day, 7 days/week in this role.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in an associated discipline preferred; two (2) years of experience in related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college
At least ten (10) years of experience in Base Communications Office operations on a government contract or at a military installation.
Will be BICSI Registered Technician Level certified orhigher
Three years' experience in a supervisory role in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce
Must be experienced in all aspects of operating and maintaining the Base Telecommunications Distribution System, including switch operations, switchboard operations, inside plant telephone switch maintenance,



inside plant station equipment, customer premise cabling, outside plant fiber optic / copper cables, and other equipment in support of the telephone switching system.
Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office products
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a US passport and driver's license throughout employment in this role
Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring
Ability to successfully pass the medical contract requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance.
Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance
Ability to obtain country-specific visas as required by the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide
WORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Able to stand for long periods of time such as eight (8) to ten (10) hours, bend, kneel, and reach to store/retrieve supplies
Able to lift, carry, and push supplies and boxes up to 50 pounds
Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable
Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions
May also work in a typical office 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 offices,



industrial warehouses, ports, 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, 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.
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.
This position is pending contract award.
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📌 Base Communications Officer (Boc) Site Manager - Diego Garcia (García)
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