Aviation Fuel Systems Manager

Metrea delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across five domains and more than a dozen mission areas. These include airborne ISR electronic warfare secure communications aerial refueling special air missions aerial firefighting and advanced simulation. We own the whole stack: designing building and operating turnkey capabilities that give our partners decisive asymmetric advantage against rapidly evolving threats.

Our operating model is built around three interlocking pillars. The Support Groups provide a global shared-service spanning people finance platform operations legal and engagement. This frees up our Core Groups who develop and own mission capabilities end-to-end to focus entirely on delivery. The Market Groups apply a regional lens ensuring that our agile and adaptable capabilities remain aligned to the wicked problems that matter most to our partners across the Americas EMEA and Asia-Pacific.

At the heart of our model is a simple but powerful idea: be a true partner with skin in the game. Our partners need effects not just equipment. By owning the full stack from the lab to the field we are able to drive a continuous cycle of innovation that keeps our partners ahead. Its a fast-moving intellectually demanding environment where talented people are given real responsibility work on problems that matter and contribute to an enterprise that is growing quickly and deliberately.

Headquartered in Washington DC with facilities across the United States the United Kingdom as well as Continental Europe and Asia-Pacific.

This role sits within the Air Mobility Group (AIRMOB) which is responsible for developing and delivering Metreas aerial refueling (AAR) capabilities ensuring the readiness and operational effectiveness of the tanker fleet. AIRMOB oversees fleet management maintenance and airworthiness working to sustain and enhance refueling operations. It manages the integration of new processes and technologies ensuring that tanker aircraft remain mission-ready through effective logistics maintenance oversight and regulatory compliance. By coordinating across various teams AIRMOB ensures the fleet meets both current and future operational needs supporting a range of specialized air mobility missions.

In this role you will own the fuel systems maintenance capability for Metreas KC-135R and C-135FR tanker fleet. On a tanker the fuel system is the mission system and you will lead the team that keeps fuel cells plumbing and aerial refueling delivery systems safe leak-free and fully mission capable.

You will be successful if you can run a disciplined safety-first fuel cell operation develop skilled technicians and keep fuel system findings from becoming fleet availability problems.

• Lead all fuel system maintenance across the fleet including fuel cell entry inspection leak evaluation and repair
• Own the confined space entry program for fuel cell maintenance ensuring full compliance with OSHA requirements and industry best practices
• Manage leak detection classification and repair standards consistent with applicable technical orders and manufacturer data
• Plan and schedule fuel system inspections and repairs in coordination with Planning and the Maintenance Control Center to protect fleet availability
• Oversee maintenance of aerial refueling delivery systems and associated fuel system components
• Ensure fuel system airworthiness requirements including fuel tank safety practices are embedded in work instructions and training
• Manage fuel shop equipment sealants consumables and specialized tooling including shelf-life and calibration control
• Develop qualify and mentor fuel maintenance technicians including confined space entrant attendant and supervisor qualifications
• Document all work in AMOS and ensure records accurately reflect fuel system configuration and repair history
• Support SMS hazard identification and risk assessment for fuel system maintenance operations

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate.
• 7 years of aircraft fuel systems maintenance experience with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role
• Hands-on fuel cell entry and repair experience on KC-135 B707 or comparable large aircraft
• Strong working knowledge of fuel system leak classification sealant application and repair techniques
• Confined space entry training and demonstrated command of associated safety requirements
• Ability to build and enforce disciplined safety practices in a high-risk maintenance environment
• USAF fuel systems (2A6X4) or equivalent military fuel systems background
• Experience with aerial refueling systems including boom and probe-and-drogue configurations
• Familiarity with T.O. 1-1-3 or equivalent fuel system inspection and repair standards
• Experience with AMOS or comparable M&E information systems

• Comprehensive medical plan options
• HSA/FSA accounts
• Dental and vision coverage
• 6% employer 401(k) match
• Fully paid parental leave for all new parents
• Generous PTO
• Life and disability insurance
• Long-term and Short-term disability coverage
• AD&D Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsided gym membership / plans throughWellhub

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Position may require passing a government-administered background check
• Role requires adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR)
• Employment is contingent on meeting all background and adjudication requirements

This Company 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 of Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 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.

Riverside California. This job operates in hangar and flightline settings including work in and around aircraft fuel cells and confined spaces. Exposure to fuel vapors sealants solvents and noise is routine; use of respirators and other PPE is required. Position involves climbing kneeling and working in cramped positions.

Up to 30% domestic and international travel to operating and deployed locations.