Lead Flight Operations Administrator

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 Aerospace, Electromagnetic & Cyber, Digital & Synthetic domains via its capability groups. Metrea also consists of six support groups (Operations, People, Finance, Legal, Strategy and Solutions) that guide the development of specific capabilities that Metrea's files (product, projects, programs etc.) leverage to achieve their targets.

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 

The Lead Flight Operations Administrator is responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of flight activities within the organization. This position is essential in maintaining compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements, managing flight records, and facilitating effective communication between Flight Operations, Maintenance and the Project Management Office. By maintaining accurate records and overseeing operational logistics, the Flight Operations Administrator enhances overall efficiency and supports the organization's mission to provide reliable, high-quality air refueling services.

Role and Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage accurate flight records and operational documentation in a timely matter to ensure expeditious submission of post flight paperwork
• Ensure compliance with all applicable government regulations and industry standards
• Serve as a primary point of contact between Flight Operations, Maintenance and the Project Management Office facilitating clear communication regarding flight records
• Oversee operational documentation and record-keeping to support efficient and compliant flight operations to include contract deliverables, post mission currency reports, collection of invoices, and other flight data information
• Updates the Chief Pilot/Head of Aircrew training on crew currency status
• Updates the Head of MSM and the Project Management office on mission success rate, flying hours executed, and flying hours remaining on contracts
• Assist in the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency
• All other duties assigned 

Skills and Experience

Education:  

• Bachelor’s degree aviation management or equivalent.

Experience:  

• Proven experience in flight operations or a similar administrative role within the aviation industry.
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations and compliance requirements.

Computer Skills: 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.           

Certificates: 

• Valid US Passport

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
The employee must be a US citizen. 

The employee must be able to hold and maintain a Secret (or higher) Clearance Level. 

Employee must have and maintain a U.S. Passport. 

 AAP/EEO Statement
Metrea Special Management LLC (MAM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religi