Lead Training Captain

Group Overview

Air Mobility Group (AIRMOB) is responsible for developing and delivering Metrea’s 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.

Position Summary

In this role you will be responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive pilot training programs for KC-135 operations. This role ensures compliance with aviation regulations, oversees simulator and flight training, and mentors instructor pilots to maintain the highest standards of safety and proficiency.  In addition to these responsibilities, the position also serves as a Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of Metrea Strategic Mobility’s KC-135 tanker aircraft. In this capacity, the individual exercises final authority for the safe and compliant operation of assigned missions, leads flight crews through all phases of flight, and ensures strict adherence to FAA regulations, company policies, operational specifications, and contractual requirements. PIC responsibilities include mission planning and execution, sound aeronautical decision-making consistent with the SMS, and the completion of post-flight duties. The role requires maintaining all required qualifications, training, certifications, and currency, and performing additional flight-related duties as assigned.

What You'll Do

Design and implement initial, recurrent, and specialized pilot training programs. Ensure 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 appropriate

What You Bring

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

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

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 US Passport

Ability to maintain a Secret clearance

Benefits

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

Subsidized gym membership / plans through Wellhub

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen

Ability to maintain Secret clearance throughout employment

Role requires adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR)

Employment is contingent on meeting all clearance and adjudication requirements

AAP/EEO Statement

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.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

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.

Work Environment

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

Travel

30%

Base Pay Range

The compensation range shown below is a good faith estimate and reflects the expected base pay for this position upon hire. This is just one component of Metrea's overall approach to total rewards and final compensation decisions, including the ultimate salary or hourly rate agreed upon, may vary depending on factors such as job location, job-specific knowledge, skills, experience, and the overall negotiated compensation package. Eligible full-time employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, wellbeing, and long-term success.

Pay Range

$195,000—$215,000 USD