Chief Crew Training Officer

Metrea; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plan

HSA/FSA accounts

Dental and vision coverage

6% employer 401(k) match

Fully paid parental leave

Generous PTO

Life and disability insurance

AD&D Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Subsidized gym membership

Job summary

Metrea seeks a Head of Crew Training in the US to lead aircrew recruitment, training, qualification, and standardization for ISR and aerial operations. You will align training with CSRE3, regulatory requirements, and mission needs, while managing resources, records, and program evolution.

The role requires FAA ATP or PIC qualifications, 5+ years aviation leadership (2+ in training), and ability to deploy for testing and operations. Strong leadership and LMS experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation or related field or equivalent leadership experience.
• FAA ATP or PIC qualifications for command and standardization roles on specified aircraft.
• Minimum five years of aviation leadership with at least two years in training or standardization.
• Proven experience in aircrew recruitment and enterprise training programs.
• Strong knowledge of FAA, ICAO, EASA, CASA and related regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead aircrew lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, training, qualification and development.
• Establish qualification standards, syllabi, evaluation criteria and standardization programs.
• Recruit and oversee the standardization cadre across organization.
• Manage training resources, records, LMS, simulators, and training aircraft.
• Monitor training effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Promote Safety Management System principles and risk management.
• Lead TTP development for new aircraft capabilities and mission systems.
• Coordinate with operations, safety, maintenance and other groups to ensure readiness.

Skills

Aviation leadership

Flight crew training

Regulatory compliance

Safety Management Systems (SMS)

Leadership & development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation or related field

FAA ATP or PIC qualifications

Tools

MS Office

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Metrea seeks a Head of Crew Training in the US to lead aircrew recruitment, training, qualification, and standardization for ISR and aerial operations. You will align training with CSRE3, regulatory requirements, and mission needs, while managing resources, records, and program evolution.

The role requires FAA ATP or PIC qualifications, 5+ years aviation leadership (2+ in training), and ability to deploy for testing and operations. Strong leadership and LMS experience are essential.