Head of Maintenance

Company Overview

Metrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into

solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise,

Metrea focuses on delivering effects-as-a-service across Aerospace, Electromagnetic &

Cyber, Digital & Synthetic domains via its capability groups. Metrea also consists of six

support support groups (Operations, People, Finance, Legal, Strategy and Solutions) that

guide the development of specific capabilities that Metrea's files (product, projects,

programs etc) leverage to achieve their targets.

Capability Unit

Metrea Air Mobility (AIRMOB) operates a fleet of KC-135 aircraft, offering an air-to-air refueling service that seamlessly, safely, and professionally integrates into military aviation training and operations.

Position Summary

The Head of Maintenance reports directly to the Head of Tanker Maintenance and Airworthiness and ensures the safe, compliant and efficient running of the line maintenance operations around the globe, organic and contracted heavy maintenance activities, and maintenance control operations.

Role And Responsibilities

• Oversees all maintenance operations to ensure they are conducted in accordance with the applicable regulations and the company procedures.
• Ensures that all maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alterations are performed in compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
• Supervises and directs line maintenance manager, heavy maintenance manager, and manager of maintenance control personnel, ensuring they are properly trained and qualified for their roles.
• Implements and maintains the tanker maintenance program tasks to ensure the airworthiness of all articles maintained.
  
  

Education

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Aviation Management, Education, Business Administration).
  
  

Experience

• Must hold an FAA mechanic certificate with airframe and powerplant (A&P) ratings or be an EASA Part 66 licensed engineer.
• Have at least 10 years of experience in comparable role (Director of Maintenance, or equivalent) in FAA Part 121 or Part 135 air carrier organization, maintaining aircraft of the same category and class of aircraft as AIRMOB flies; or
• Have at least 6 years of experience as head of operations in an FAA certificated MRO (Part 145) airframe heavy maintenance provider, including at least 2 years in the capacity of approving aircraft for return to service, along with experience above in Part 121 or Part 135 of fewer than 6 years.
  
  

Skills

• Must be able to lead subordinate managers and coordinate and prioritize very heavy workload.
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a focus on collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  
  

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  
  

Certifications

• Must hold an FAA mechanic certificate with airframe and powerplant (A&P) ratings or be a EASA Part 66 licensed engineer.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current US Passport.
  
  

Our Culture

Metrea’s single core value “rooted in humility” is supported by four key attributes; entrepreneurial, systematic, discerning & over-deliver which combined; form our Teammate Firmware, our culture. These attributes are explored during the hiring process, when we grow our teams and to continually support the growth of our culture. We are a hyper-collaborative, dynamically hierarchical organization united by a passion for what we do, and how we do it, who we do it with, and who we do it for

Benefits

Health and welfare

Retirement plan eligibility

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

The employee must be a US citizen.

The employee must be able to hold and maintain a Top Secret (or higher) Clearance Level.

AAP/EEO Statement

Metrea Special Management LLC (MAM) 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.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require. Non-Exempt employees may be required to work over 40 hours per week with approval from the department manager.

Travel

Travel may be required: up to 50%

Work Location

Metrea Air Mobility Flightline

March Air Force Base

Moreno Valley, CA

Work Environment This job operates in an office setting.