Air Refueling Operator @ Metrea
placeHybrid
attach_money $100,000
businessHybrid
schedulePart Time
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Details
Position Summary
The Air Refueling Operator role at Metrea involves serving as an aircrew member aboard the MSM tanker aircraft ensuring safe and efficient in-flight fuel transfers.
Essential Functions
- Conduct pre-flight, through-flight, and post-flight inspections and complete required documentation.
- Compute and load weight and balance data.
- Load and unload personnel and cargo.
- Transfer fuel safely from Metrea MSM tanker aircraft (MPRS, BDA, Boom) to receiver aircraft during flight.
- Perform operational checks on air refueling equipment including onboard camera systems.
- Maintain situational awareness and apply Crew Resource Management throughout all flight phases.
- Adhere to Flight Operation Procedures, Ground Operation Procedures, and Safety Notices.
- Maintain all necessary currencies, qualifications, and updated systems knowledge on the KC-135 tanker fleet.
Competency & Work Requirements
Set a high standard for world-class air refueling service. The role requires a willingness to travel and the ability to accomplish duties with minimal assistance.
Required Education, Experience and Certificates
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 10 years as a KC-135 Boom Operator with 2000 total hours and 200 IB-EB hours.
- Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills.
- Certificates: COVID-19 Vaccination, Current FAA Class 2 Medical, Current US Passport.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as a current and qualified KC-135R IB/EB in the last 39 months is preferred. Strong command of English is required, both oral and written.
Work Authorization & Security Clearance
Applicants must be US citizens.
Key skills/competency
- Air Refueling
- Tanker Operations
- Pre-flight Inspections
- Flight Safety
- CRM
- Technical Documentation
- Weight & Balance
- Equipment Checks
- Travel Readiness
- US Citizenship
How to Get Hired at Metrea
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight fuel transfer and aircraft inspection experience.
- Research Metrea: Understand their tanker operations and safety protocols.
- Emphasize certifications: Showcase FAA and vaccination credentials.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Review aircraft systems and CRM scenarios.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review KC-135 operational procedures.
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Practice pre-flight and post-flight checklist routines.
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Study weight and balance calculations.
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Refresh use of onboard fuel systems.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe handling unexpected flight issues.
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Explain your teamwork in crisis.
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Share a time of flight safety focus.
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Discuss adapting to procedural changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What specific experience does Metrea seek in an Air Refueling Operator?
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