Flight Operations Lead Captain

Position Summary

The Flight Operations Lead Captain is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring operational excellence, safety, and regulatory compliance of our flight operations. This position requires an individual with exceptional leadership skills and in-depth knowledge of FAA regulations who will uphold the standards of Metrea's flight operations and safety procedures.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for the Pilot Records Database (PRD) process, in determining hiring eligibility for crew members.
• Acts as a liaison between crew members and other managers.
• Maintain an adequate roster of properly qualified, current, and available pilots to meet company requirements.
• Ensure that each pilot assigned to flight duty meets the applicable requirements and that the certification for these requirements is maintained in the crew member’s record.
• Monitor pilot currency and legality and remove any pilot from the schedule before the expiration of any applicable qualification requirement.
• Serve as PIC in KC-135 operations, adhering to all applicable provisions and regulations.
• Adhere to company Flight Operation Procedures (FOPs), Ground Operation Procedures (GOPs), FAA regulations, and Safety Notices.
• Maintain all currencies, qualifications, and advanced systems knowledge related to the MSM KC-135 tanker fleet.
• Duties as assigned by Head of Flight Operations.

What You’ll Bring

• Must be highly knowledgeable in applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Metrea Manuals, and all related policies and procedures.
• Extensive KC-135 flight experience.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Set a high standard for providing our customers with world-class air refueling.
• Knowledgeable on the use of Foreflight.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or related field or 10 years equivalent experience.
• ATP Multi-Engine Land with B-707/B-720 Type Ratings (Restricted ATP permissible).
• Previous USAF Instructor and Evaluator certification for KC-135 desired.
• Valid Driver’s License and US Passport.
• Ability to maintain Top Secret clearance.