Aviation Fuel Systems Manager

Metrea•Menifee, CA

12d•$130,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role sits within the Air Mobility Group (AIRMOB), which 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. In this role, you will own the fuel systems maintenance capability for Metrea’s KC-135R and C-135FR tanker fleet. On a tanker, the fuel system is the mission system, and you will lead the team that keeps fuel cells, plumbing, and aerial refueling delivery systems safe, leak-free, and fully mission capable. You will be successful if you can run a disciplined, safety-first fuel cell operation, develop skilled technicians, and keep fuel system findings from becoming fleet availability problems.

Requirements

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate.
7+ years of aircraft fuel systems maintenance experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role
Hands-on fuel cell entry and repair experience on KC-135, B707, or comparable large aircraft
Strong working knowledge of fuel system leak classification, sealant application, and repair techniques
Confined space entry training and demonstrated command of associated safety requirements
Ability to build and enforce disciplined safety practices in a high-risk maintenance environment
USAF fuel systems (2A6X4) or equivalent military fuel systems background
Experience with aerial refueling systems, including boom and probe-and-drogue configurations
Familiarity with T.O. 1-1-3 or equivalent fuel system inspection and repair standards
Experience with AMOS or comparable M&E information systems
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate required
Must be able to qualify for confined space entry, including respirator fit and medical clearance
Valid U.S. passport and driver’s license required; must be able to travel internationally
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must be a U.S. citizen
Position may require passing a government-administered background check
Role requires adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR)
Employment is contingent on meeting all background and adjudication requirements

Responsibilities

Lead all fuel system maintenance across the fleet, including fuel cell entry, inspection, leak evaluation, and repair
Own the confined space entry program for fuel cell maintenance, ensuring full compliance with OSHA requirements and industry best practices
Manage leak detection, classification, and repair standards consistent with applicable technical orders and manufacturer data
Plan and schedule fuel system inspections and repairs in coordination with Planning and the Maintenance Control Center to protect fleet availability
Oversee maintenance of aerial refueling delivery systems and associated fuel system components
Ensure fuel system airworthiness requirements, including fuel tank safety practices, are embedded in work instructions and training
Manage fuel shop equipment, sealants, consumables, and specialized tooling, including shelf-life and calibration control
Develop, qualify, and mentor fuel maintenance technicians, including confined space entrant, attendant, and supervisor qualifications
Document all work in AMOS and ensure records accurately reflect fuel system configuration and repair history
Support SMS hazard identification and risk assessment for fuel system maintenance operations