Senior Aviation Quality Manager

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.

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 

The Senior Quality Manager leads the development and implementation of comprehensive quality management systems for Metrea's aerial refueling operations, establishing commercial airline-level quality standards and processes. This role manages a team of quality specialists and oversees the implementation of rigorous Part 121-equivalent quality systems, ensuring mission-critical tanker operations meet the highest commercial aviation standards.

Role and Responsibilities 

• Establish and implement commercial airline-level quality management systems including Quality Assurance Program (QAP) and Safety Management System (SMS) 
• Develop comprehensive quality systems comparable to Part 121 air carrier operations 
• Manage quality team in accomplishing goals and mission critical items
• Establish and oversee comprehensive maintenance records management and documentation control systems 
• Develop airline-standard operating procedures, quality control processes, and audit protocols 
• Ensure regulatory compliance while implementing commercial airline-level quality standards 
• Oversee maintenance quality assurance, aircraft records management, and airworthiness compliance 
• Lead internal quality audits and manage corrective action programs (CAP) 
• Coordinate with maintenance, flight operations, and ground support to ensure quality integration 
• Establish quality metrics, KPIs, and performance monitoring systems for airline operations 
• Manage aviation software systems and ensure data integrity across quality management platforms 
• Interface with FAA, customers, and regulatory bodies on quality and compliance matters 
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using airline industry best practices and methodologies 
• Ensure proper documentation control, publications management, and regulatory compliance tracking

• Skills and Experience
• Minimum 8 years of quality management experience in commercial airline operations (Part 121 air carrier experience strongly preferred, Part 135 experience acceptable) 
• Extensive knowledge of FAA regulations including Part 121, Part 135, and Part 145 maintenance requirements 
• Proven experience implementing Quality Assurance Programs (QAP) and Safety Management Systems (SMS) 
• Strong background in airline maintenance quality assurance and records management systems 
• Experience with aviation quality management software systems (e.g., AMOS, Baldwin, WBAT) 
• Knowledge of airline safety and quality programs 
• Experience managing quality teams and cross-functional airline operations 
• Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance documentation, airworthiness requirements, and regulatory compliance 
• Professional certifications in aviation quality or safety management preferred 
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and regulatory interpretation skills