Lead Training Captain

2d2 days ago

Metrea

Temecula, US · Full-time · $195,000 – $215,000

About this role

Metrea's Air Mobility Group seeks a Lead Training Captain to develop and deliver comprehensive pilot training programs for KC-135 operations. This position ensures compliance with aviation regulations while serving as Pilot-in-Command for the tanker fleet. The role combines instructional leadership with operational flight duties.

You will design initial, recurrent, and specialized training curricula aligned with FAA and ICAO standards. Instruction occurs in simulators and aboard KC-135R/RG and C-135FR aircraft. Evaluations, audits, and resource management maintain training effectiveness and operational readiness.

Working within the vertically integrated Air Mobility team, you mentor instructor pilots and integrate safety management systems into all training activities. Coordination across maintenance, airworthiness, and operations ensures the tanker fleet remains mission-ready for aerial refueling missions.

The position offers opportunities to stay current with aviation training advancements and technology. By connecting design with effect, you contribute to continuous innovation in specialized air mobility capabilities supporting national security partners.

Requirements

Hold an Airline Transport Pilot certificate with KC-135 type rating.
Qualified as a KC-135 instructor pilot and evaluator.
Demonstrated experience serving as Pilot-in-Command on tanker aircraft.
Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations, ICAO standards, and SMS principles.
Proven ability to design and deliver simulator and flight training programs.
Current qualifications and currency on KC-135R/RG and C-135FR aircraft.

Responsibilities

Design and implement initial, recurrent, and specialized pilot training programs ensuring compliance with FAA, ICAO, and company standards.
Provide ground, simulator, and inflight instruction aboard KC-135R/RG and C-135FR aircraft.
Conduct evaluations and audits to maintain training effectiveness.
Mentor and supervise instructor pilots.
Manage simulator and flight training resources.
Integrate SMS and risk management practices into training programs.
Exercise final authority as Pilot-in-Command for safe mission execution on KC-135 tanker aircraft.
Maintain all required qualifications, certifications, and currency for flight operations.