Air Refueling Operator
@ Metrea

Hybrid
$100,000
Hybrid
Part Time
Posted 1 day ago

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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

Review KC-135 operational procedures.
Practice pre-flight and post-flight checklist routines.
Study weight and balance calculations.
Refresh use of onboard fuel systems.

Behavioral Questions

Describe handling unexpected flight issues.
Explain your teamwork in crisis.
Share a time of flight safety focus.
Discuss adapting to procedural changes.

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