Senior Technical Records Manager

Metrea; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plan options

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Fully paid parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Gym membership subsidy

Job summary

Metrea in Tampa, FL is seeking a Senior Technical Records Manager to oversee aircraft technical and maintenance records. This full-time role involves ensuring compliance with FAA and EASA requirements, leading a team of specialists, and developing procedures for documentation. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in aviation maintenance management and an A&P certificate, along with at least 5 years of experience managing maintenance records. Benefits include a comprehensive medical plan, 401(k) match, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years managing or auditing aircraft maintenance documentation.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory standards and record-keeping requirements.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Technical Records team for aircraft maintenance documentation.
• Develop procedures for record-keeping in compliance with FAA, EASA requirements.
• Oversee the archiving of aircraft records and manage record integrity.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Familiarity with maintenance tracking software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aviation maintenance management or related field

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate

Tools

Veryon

AMOS

FL3XX

Adobe

Job description

Metrea delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across five domains and more than a dozen mission areas—including airborne ISR, electronic warfare, secure communications, aerial refueling, special mission aviation, aerial firefighting, and advanced simulation. Wherever we operate, we build vertically integrated full stacks of capability—designing, building, and operating turnkey solutions that let customers scale capacity while benefiting from continuous cycles of innovation. With operators and engineers under one roof, we close the gap between lab and field—what we call connecting design with effect. Metrea’s solutions are built for elegance: effective, efficient, and evolving. This approach enables our partners to do more with less and achieve outsized, asymmetric advantage against rapidly evolving threats.

Position Summary

The Senior Technical Records Manager oversees the management, accuracy, and integrity of all aircraft technical and maintenance records across the fleet. This role ensures compliance with FAA, EASA, and company record‑keeping requirements, leads a team of records specialists/auditors, and establishes robust processes for documentation, retention, and audits. The Technical Records Manager partners closely with the Quality and Maintenance teams to maintain the airworthiness documentation and traceability of all aircraft assets.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage the Technical Records team responsible for aircraft maintenance documentation and auditing functions.
• Develop and maintain company procedures for aircraft record‑keeping in compliance with FAA, EASA, and customer requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of all maintenance documentation, including logbooks, work orders, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, and modification records.
• Oversee the digital and physical archiving of aircraft records; ensure proper retention, accessibility, and security.
• Manage system administration and transition efforts for electronic record‑keeping platforms (Veryon, AMOS, FL3XX).
• Review and resolve audit findings with corrective actions to ensure record integrity and work on continuous improvement of record keeping.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Planning and Quality to ensure aircraft status, time‑controlled components, and inspection programs are properly documented.
• Support aircraft deliveries, returns, and transitions by ensuring all technical records meet regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Prepare and deliver management reports on records accuracy, audit results, and compliance metrics.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and performance feedback to the Technical Records team.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation maintenance management or a related field preferred; or a minimum of 5 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate required; Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing or auditing aircraft maintenance documentation.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft maintenance manuals, regulatory standards (FAA Part 43/91/135/145), and record‑keeping requirements.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a complex operational environment.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Proficiency with Adobe.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with maintenance tracking software (AMOS, CAMP, Veryon).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plan options.
• HSA/FSA accounts.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 6% employer 401(k) match.
• Fully paid parental leave for all new parents.
• Generous PTO.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability coverage.
• AD&D coverage.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Subsidized gym membership / plans through Wellhub.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

AAP / EEO Statement

This Company 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 full‑time exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt employees must have the ability to be on‑call and available, as business needs require.

Work Location and Travel

Location: Tampa, FL. Work environment: This job operates in an office setting. Travel: 20%.