Aircraft Maintenance Crew Lead

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 a spectrum of domains including Air & Space, Electromagnetic & Cyber, and Synthetic. Metrea Management provides central services to eleven (11) global capability units via Operations, Solutions, Strategy, Legal, and Finance teams. 

Capability Unit 

Metrea Strategic Mobility (MSM) 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. 

This role will be on site in Moreno Valley, California. 

Position Summary 

An Aircraft Mechanic Crew Lead is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of aircraft. These individuals play a vital role in ensuring the safety and airworthiness of the aircraft. They work in various settings, including airports, maintenance and repair facilities, and manufacturing plants.

Crew Leads adhere to strict regulatory guidelines set by aviation authorities, such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the United States. They must undergo comprehensive training and obtain the necessary certifications to demonstrate their competency in specific aircraft types or systems. Their meticulous work and attention to detail contribute to the overall safety and reliability of aircraft, playing a critical role in the aviation industry.

Role and Responsibilities 

• Aircraft Mechanics Crew Leads during the inspection of the mechanical and electronic components of the Boeing KC-135 to identify problems 
• Crew Lead can expect to fill various skilled leadership positions such as work leader, task certifier, and various staff positions. Crew Lead levels should take courses or obtain added knowledge on managing resources and personnel.
• Achieve and maintain systems knowledge and repair all systems of the Boeing KC-135 to include:
  1. Hydraulics System – Replace hydraulic components, bleed systems, and diagnose defects. 
  2. Avionics – Guidance & Control / Radio Communications.
  3. Jet Engine – Inspection, engine control rigging, and basic maintenance.
  4. Electrics – Use wiring schematics, trace ground, and power faults, and rectify component failures.
  5. Minor Fuel system repair, replace seals, in tank fuel probes and fuel system components. 
  6. Minor Sheet Metal repair, including minor riveting. 
  7. Aero Repair – Repair, replacement, and rigging of flight control surfaces.
• Major / Minor aircraft inspections.

Skills and Experience 

Education: 

Experience: 

• 7+ years working with heavy commercial or military aircraft, towing, jacking, and hazardous material use, storage, and disposal.  
• Proven and demonstrable attention to detail skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, determining causes of errors and deciding on the appropriate

course of action required to resolve complex aircraft maintenance challenges. 

• Comprehensive understanding of company philosophy and processes.
• Must be able to take initiative and work independently.
• Excellent communication skills, the ability to read and understand the information presented in writing, diagrams, and schematics.
• Must be able to accomplish all duties with little or no assistance. Must have good command of the English language; oral and written. 
• Multi-Point Refueling System experience is a plus, but not essential.
• CFM56 2-B jet engine experience is a plus, but not essential. 

Computer Skills: 

Certificates and Licenses: 

• A&P – license required. 
• Engine run qualified, and an ASTM NCATT Aircraft Electronic Technician Certificate. 
• Valid Driver’s License. 

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
 Employee must be a US citizen. 

Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain within 1 year of employment start date is preferred, but not required. 

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, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change by department and business needs.  Significant travel is required to carry out assigned maintenance tasks and air operations successfully. Non-exempt employees may be required to work over 40 hours per week with approval from the department manager.

Travel

Travel requirements are: Up to 50% away from home.
 

Work Location

Metrea Strategic Mobility 

17301 Heacock Street

Moreno Valley, CA 92551 

Work Environment
 This job operates within flight line maintenance parameters. This role routinely carried outdoors and uses standard equipment such as electronic and pneumatic test equipment, hand tools, ground power units for aircraft, integrated maintenance information systems, lifts, metal cutters, power drills, rivet tools, portable computing devices, and protective headsets/ear plugs.  

Physical Demands 

This position involves daily physical activity such as walking, lifting, reaching overhead 

AAP/EEO Statement

Meta Strategic Mobility 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.