KC-135-Pilot- First Officer

Metrea•Temecula, CA

5d•Remote

About The Position

Metrea is recruiting current, qualified Contract KC-135 Pilots-in-Command (PICs) and Second in Command (SICs) to conduct high-tempo, precision-driven air-to-air refueling missions aboard its KC/C-135 fleet. The role supports U.S. and allied forces through short- and long-term deployments, including extended rotations of 45–90 days or more in India. Travel, lodging, and mission logistics are covered, and the position offers competitive daily rates, mission incentives, and flexible scheduling and rotation options. The pilot commands the flight crew and conducts flight operations while maintaining situational awareness, crew resource management, operational readiness, and compliance with company procedures, FAA regulations, and safety notices. The position is remote with 100% travel. The employee must be a U.S. citizen and able to hold and maintain a Secret or higher clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
400 hours of flight time in KC-135/C-135FR aircraft.
1,000 total aircraft flight hours.
U.S. Air Force Instrument/Qualification and a KC/C-135 Aircraft Commander check-ride within the 12 months before deployment; the qualification cannot expire while deployed.
Ability and availability to fly aboard KC/C-135FR aircraft in India.
Good command of spoken and written English.
Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills and familiarity with iOS operating systems, including iPads/EFBs.
Minimum FAA Flying Class 2.
FCC Radiotelegraph Operators Permit.
Valid U.S. or French passport with at least one year of validity at the start of the contract.
Valid driver’s license.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to hold and maintain a Secret or higher clearance.
Willingness to deploy on short notice and adapt to varying mission lengths and locations.

Nice To Haves

MPRS experience.
KC/C-135R IP/EP experience.
Current ATP or Restricted ATP.
Current MEI.
CFII certificate.
B-707 type rating.

Responsibilities

Command the flight crew while responding to emergency and non-emergency scenarios.
Conduct procedurally correct and expeditious pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight inspections, checklists, and documentation.
Maintain situational awareness and use Crew Resource Management throughout all phases of flight.
Follow company Flight Operation Procedures (FOPs), Ground Operation Procedures (GOPs), FAA regulations, and Safety Notices.
Maintain currencies, qualifications, and advanced systems knowledge related to the KC/C-135 tanker fleet.
Perform other duties as assigned.