Aviation Fuel Systems Lead — KC-135 Fleet

Metrea; Menifee (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plan options

6% employer 401(k) match

Fully paid parental leave

Generous PTO

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Metrea is seeking a skilled fuel systems maintenance lead to own the KC-135R and C-135FR tanker fuel systems. You will head a disciplined, safety-first operation, mentor technicians, and ensure fuel cells, plumbing, and refueling delivery systems stay leak-free and mission-capable.

You will collaborate across planning, maintenance control, and engineering to protect fleet availability, enforce safety, and sustain regulatory compliance in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment based in Riverside,

Qualifications

• FAA A&P certificate is required.
• 7+ years of aircraft fuel systems maintenance experience.
• 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Hands-on fuel cell entry and repair on KC-135, B707, or similar aircraft.
• Confined space entry training and safety competencies.
• USAF fuel systems (2A6X4) background or equivalent.
• Experience with AMOS or similar M&E systems.
• Ability to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead fuel system maintenance across the fleet.
• Own the confined space entry program for fuel cell maintenance.
• Manage leak detection, classification, and repair standards.
• Plan and schedule fuel system inspections with Planning and MCC.
• Oversee maintenance of aerial refueling delivery systems and components.
• Ensure fuel system airworthiness in work instructions and training.
• Develop, qualify, and mentor fuel maintenance technicians.
• Document all work in AMOS and maintain records.
• Support SMS hazard identification and risk assessment.

Skills

Fuel systems maintenance

Leadership

Confined space entry

Safety practices

Aircraft systems knowledge

Problem solving

Education

FAA A&P certificate

Tools

AMOS

Job description

Metrea is seeking a skilled fuel systems maintenance lead to own the KC-135R and C-135FR tanker fuel systems. You will head a disciplined, safety-first operation, mentor technicians, and ensure fuel cells, plumbing, and refueling delivery systems stay leak-free and mission-capable.

You will collaborate across planning, maintenance control, and engineering to protect fleet availability, enforce safety, and sustain regulatory compliance in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment based in Riverside,