C-135fr Pilot Sme

**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.

**Position Summary**

Support Metrea Strategic Mobility (MSM) KC-135 team understand the operational considerations of the C-135FR by means of academic and hands on instruction. Work alongside MSM (Pilots and Air Refueling Operators) and MSM Staff so they have the knowledge base to safely operate the C-135FR.

**Role and Responsibilities**
- Knowledge of Aircraft Systems (Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatics, fuel, etc.)
- Proper Operation of the aircraft’s Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance equipment and systems.
- Conduct On-Hand Training with personnel on how to properly operate a C-135FR.
- Normal, abnormal, and emergency situation considerations.
- Be the Subject Matter Expert for the C-135FR Aircraft Fleet.
- Attend reoccurring virtual meetings with MSM aircrew (pilots and air refueling operators) and staff to speak on C-135FR operational procedures (normal, abnormal and emergency), aircraft systems and other issues as required.
- Explain the layout of the C-135FR cockpit.
- Proper switchology.
- Safe operation of the aircraft in all phases of flight.
- All other duties that support C-135FR Fleet integration.
- Provide technical support during flights in Nimes, France to assist with Ferry flight preparations.
- Be an observer/advisor for aircrew, available to support their questions/issues encountered by MSM Aircrew during/post flight using C-135FR procedural knowledge.
- Able and available to fly onboard C-135FR aircraft.
- Provide feedback to the MSM Staff on aircrew progress via weekly telecons.

**Skills and Experience**

Education
- High school diploma or equivalent

Experience
- 9+ years working with the C-135FR aircraft.
- Proven and demonstrable attention to detail skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, being able to determine causes of errors and deciding on the course of action to solve.
- 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.
- Ability and availability to fly onboard C-135FR aircraft would be from Nimes, France to U.S. Stateside location.
- Must be able to accomplish all duties with little or no assistance.
- Must have good command of the English language, oral and written

Computer Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products (specifically Word and Excel)

Certifications
- Required license - Past C-135FR rating and until at least 2020
- Valid Driver’s License
- Current Passport

**Our Culture**

Metrea’s single core value, “rooted in humility,” is supported by four key attributes: entrepreneurial, systematic, discerning, and over-deliver. These attributes, combined, form our Teammate Firmware, our culture. We explore these attributes during the hiring process when we grow our teams and continually support the growth of our culture. We are a hyper-collaborative, dynamically hierarchical organization united by a passion for what we do, 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 French citizen and able to maintain an active Top-Secret clearance and SCI eligibility.

**AAP/EEO Statement**
Metrea Special Management LLC (MSM) 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 (please verify the below information)**
This is a full-time position, typically working 9-hour days, mainly in the evening when not flying or in the U.S. 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 requirements are: 25-35%

**Work Location(s)**

Nimes, France

**Work Environment (please verify the below information)**
This job operates in both an office setting and onboard aircraft during flight operations.

**Physical Demands