Director of Operations, Part 135

Position Summary 

The Part 135 Director of Operations (DO) is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring operational excellence, safety, and regulatory compliance of our charter 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. The 135 Director of Operations position is required by regulation under 14 CFR 119.69 and 119.71 to ensure the highest degree of safety in the operation. The primary role is to serve and support the Charter Department operating under CFR 135 and Part 91. 

Business Unit Overview 

Metrea Executive Aviation (MXA) has established itself as a versatile force in the business aviation industry, offering an array of specialized services. It operates four business units across the spectrum of business aviation. Providing Part 135 Charter, Aircraft Management, Part 145 Repair Services, and Fixed Based Operations (FBO). Operating as a subsidiary of Metrea, a defense company with a mission to harness commercial innovation for national security challenges. MXA This multi-faceted approach allows MXA to deliver value-enhancing core services while simultaneously evolving to augment enterprise capabilities, fully aligned with Metrea's strategic vision of delivering effects-as-a-service across multiple domains.

Metrea Enterprise 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 Simulation. Metrea Management provides central services to 12 global business units via Operations, Solutions, Strategy, Legal, and Finance teams. 

Essential Functions Statements  

• Reports to the President, Metrea Executive Aviation.  
• Exercises Operational Control and authorizes the responsibility to others. 
• Must be highly knowledgeable in applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Company Manuals, and all related policies and procedures.  
• Responsible for the Pilot Records Database (PRD) process, in determining hiring eligibility for crew members.   
• Responsible for, and has authority over, flight crew members employed by the company.  
• Maintain an adequate roster of properly qualified, current, and available pilots that meet company requirements.  
• Ensures that no person is assigned or maintained as an active crew member unless that person meets the requirements and currency of CFR 91 and 135 and ensures that proper certification is included in each crew member's record prior to assignment.  
• Responsible for establishing a ground and flight training program for 91 and 135 crew members that meets or exceeds FAA and company requirements.  
• Ensures 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.  
• Prepare and distribute applicable crew member instructions, bulletins, and manual information.  
• Capable of qualifying as a 135 PIC in at least one aircraft listed on the OpsSpec.  
• Serve as company representative to clients and other outside entities.  
• Other duties as assigned.  

Competency Statements 

• Leadership and Strategic Thinking:
  • Demonstrates strong leadership skills in guiding the Charter Department towards achieving organizational goals.
  • Strategically plans and allocates resources to optimize operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Regulatory Compliance and Knowledge Management:
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of FAA regulations, ICAO standards, and company policies to ensure compliance and operational integrity.
  • Effectively communicates regulatory requirements to team members and implements procedures to ensure adherence.
• Crew Management and Development:
  • Oversees the Pilot Records Database (PRD) process to assess hiring eligibility and maintain a qualified pool of crew members.
  • Develops and implements comprehensive ground and flight training programs to enhance crew competency and safety.
• Safety Management and Risk Mitigation:
  • Prioritizes safety initiatives and fosters a culture of safety and professionalism among crew members.
  • Conducts regular safety audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implements corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Client Relationship Management:
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