Metrea | Captain
King Air 350 Pilot
Company Overview
Metrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the most challenging problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects-as-a-service across a spectrum of domains, including Air & Space, Electromagnetic & Cyber, and Synthetic. Metrea Management provides central services to eleven (11) global capability units through Operations, Solutions, Strategy, Legal, and Finance teams.
Capability Unit
Metrea Special Aerospace provides a comprehensive range of aerospace solutions, encompassing integrated C5ISR, specialized rotary wing training, and special mobility logistics. The unit owns and operates a fleet of King Air and Challenger aircraft, supporting the United States and its allies and partners globally.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for operating a turbo-prop aircraft in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Metrea Special Aerospace (MSA) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The incumbent will also be responsible for flight planning, conducting aircraft pre-flight checks, and coordinating with company site leads and aircrew to facilitate mission execution and operations.
Role and Responsibilities
- Operate a King Air 350 as Pilot in Command in accordance with FAA and company/customer directives.
- Monitor airspace, weather, radio communications, mission flight boundaries, other air traffic, and aircraft systems.
- Coordinate all flights with appropriate Fixed Based Operators, Air Traffic Control (ATC) facilities (military and civilian), Company Site Leads, and Mission Coordination Services.
- Ensure safe, effective, and efficient flight operations, including the identification of aircraft system malfunctions and the implementation of necessary corrective actions.
- Conduct ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) flights during day, night, and all-weather conditions (within defined safety limits).
- Operate from remote, austere locations, potentially on unimproved runways.
- Complete all safety of flight documentation in accordance with applicable industry and FAA standards.
Skills and Experience
Required
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience:
- 1000+ hours of Pilot-In-Command (PIC) time.
- 300 hours of PIC time in multi-engine, turboprop aircraft.
- Certificates, FAA and Licenses:
- FAA multi-engine commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating.
- Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
- Current US Passport.
- Authorization to grant MSA access to Pilot Records Database for FAA verification requirements in accordance with the Pilot Records Improvement Act.
Preferred
- Education: 4-year college degree or higher.
- Experience:
- Prior overseas rotation experience, particularly in USAFRICOM and/or USCENTCOM areas of operation.
- Experience flying King Air 200/300 series turboprop aircraft.
- Certificate and Licenses:
- King Air 300 Type Rating.
Our Culture
Metrea's core value, "rooted in humility," is supported by four key attributes: entrepreneurial, systematic, discerning, and over-deliver. These attributes, collectively known as "Teammate Firmware," form the foundation of our culture. These attributes are explored during the hiring process, team growth, and ongoing support of our cultural development. Metrea is a hyper-collaborative, dynamically hierarchical organization united by a passion for what we do, how we do it, who we do it with, and who we do it for.
Benefits
- Health and welfare benefits.
- Retirement plan eligibility.
Work Authorization / Security Clearance
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
AAP/EEO Statement
Metrea is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a part-time position that transitions into a full-time position upon completion of all training requirements, background requirements, PRIA, and OCONUS requirements. Hours and work shifts may vary based on business needs to promote customer satisfaction. The incumbent will be scheduled to work approximately 2-3 months on OCONUS assignment and rotate out for approximately 2-3 months.
Travel
50%
Work Location and Environment
During deployment, employees may be living under field conditions and must be able to work with minimal supervision in austere or arduous environments. Work environment varies based on contract.
Physical Demands
This position requires daily physical activity related to flight operations, and a second-class medical is required. Activities such as walking, lifting, and reaching overhead are involved.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to execute the responsibilities outlined in this job description to a satisfactory standard. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with additional needs to perform the essential functions.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The role, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.