Lead Training Captain

Company Overview

Metrea delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across five domains and more than a dozen mission areas—including airborne ISR, electronic warfare, secure communications, aerial refueling, special mission aviation, aerial firefighting, and advanced simulation. Wherever we operate, we build vertically integrated full stacks of capability—designing, building, and operating turnkey solutions that let customers scale capacity while benefiting from continuous cycles of innovation.

We close the gap between lab and field by connecting design with effect, enabling partners to do more with less and achieve asymmetric advantage against evolving threats. Our headquarters are in Washington, DC, and we operate facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe and beyond.

Responsible for developing and delivering aerial refueling (AAR) capabilities, ensuring the readiness and operational effectiveness of the tanker fleet. AIRMOB oversees fleet management, maintenance, airworthiness, logistics, and regulatory compliance, integrating new processes and technologies to sustain mission-ready aircraft and support specialized air mobility missions.

Develop and deliver comprehensive pilot training programs for KC-135 operations, ensuring compliance with aviation regulations, overseeing simulator and flight training, and mentoring instructor pilots. Serve as Pilot‑in‑Command (PIC) of Metrea’s KC-135 tanker aircraft, exercising final authority for safe and compliant operation of assigned missions, leading flight crews, and enforcing FAA regulations, company policies, operational specifications, and contractual requirements. Maintain all required qualifications, training, certifications, and currency, and perform additional flight‑related duties as assigned.

• Design and implement pilot training programs—initial, recurrent, and specialized—ensuring compliance with FAA, ICAO, and company standards.
• Conduct instruction in the aircraft.
• Conduct evaluations and audits to maintain training effectiveness.
• Mentor and supervise instructor pilots.
• Manage simulator and flight training resources.
• Integrate SMS and risk‑management practices into training.
• Stay current with advancements in aviation training and technology.
• Provide ground, simulator, and inflight instruction aboard a KC‑135R/RG and C‑135FR aircraft as appropriate.
• Maintain appropriate flight currencies in the KC‑135R/RG and C‑135FR as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive KC‑135 flight experience and instructor/evaluator background.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with LMS and training software.

• ATP Multi‑Engine Land with B‑707/B‑720 type ratings.
• Previous USAF Instructor certification for KC‑135.
• Current Certified Flight Instructor Instrument and AMEL Instructor.
• Valid driver’s license and U.S. passport.
• Ability to maintain a Secret clearance.

• Comprehensive medical plan options.
• HSA and FSA accounts.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 6% employer 401(k) match.
• Fully paid parental leave for all new parents.
• Generous paid time off.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability coverage.
• AD&D coverage.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Subsidized gym membership plans through Wellhub.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment. The role requires adherence to export‑control regulations (ITAR/EAR) and is contingent on meeting all clearance and adjudication requirements.

Metrea is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

This is a full‑time exempt position with typical working hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with business needs. Employees must be on‑call and available as required.

Temecula and Moreno Valley, California.

This job operates in an office setting and aboard an inflight KC‑135R/RG and C‑135FR aircraft.

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