Operations Supervisor

Metrea Management LLC•Vernon, CT

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, the Operations Supervisor is responsible for the execution and coordination of ISR flight operations at the site level. This role supports day-to-day flight and ground operations, ensuring missions are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved procedures and regulatory frameworks. The Operations Supervisor applies prior ISR operations experience to support operational planning, scheduling, and execution, while operating under the authority and direction of the Site Operations Manager. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated record of expertise in operational planning and tactical execution, within the broader context of large, complex, and geographically dislocated flight operations in support of the U.S. Government, allies, and partners.

Requirements

5+ years of operational experience in civil or military aviation, of which at least 4 years should be in a position responsible for the oversight of aircrew
5+ years of civil or military Program and Project Management experience, of which at least 3 years should be from the aviation industry
Understanding of Aviation Management Systems, Safety Management Systems (SMS), and Risk Management Frameworks
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional level of critical thinking, analysis, creativity, problem solving, negotiation, conflict management, and time management
Proficiency in external communications tools (Outlook), internal communications tools (Teams), work management tools (Monday.com), and knowledge/process management tools (SharePoint, Notion, Azure, Lucid)
Proficiency in aviation weather, flight planning, flight following tools
Current U.S. Passport required
Current U.S. driver’s license required
Current U.S. Secret (or higher) security clearance required

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree (any discipline)
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Proficiency in FL3XX Aviation Management tools
Proficiency in ForeFlight

Responsibilities

Execute and coordinate site-level ISR operations, including daily flight schedules, mission execution, and operational continuity.
Support flight following, mission monitoring, and operational status tracking for site operations.
Coordinate aircrew, maintenance, and ground support activities to meet mission requirements.
Support stand-up, transition, and sustainment of ISR operations at the site, including surge or contingency operations.
Implement and enforce approved flight operations procedures and site directives.
Support site compliance with applicable aviation regulations, safety processes, OPSEC, and COMSEC requirements.
Assist with site-level operational reporting, metrics, and briefings.
Coordinate site logistics, facilities, and mission support resources.
Identify operational risks, constraints, and improvement opportunities and elevate them to the Site Operations Manager.
Support audits, inspections, and readiness assessments as directed.