Aircraft Maintenance Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Company Overview

Metrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects-as-a-service across Aerospace, Electromagnetic & Cyber, Digital & Synthetic domains via its capability groups. Metrea also consists of six support groups (Operations, People, Finance, Legal, Strategy and Solutions) that guide the development of specific capabilities that Metrea's files (product, projects, programs etc) leverage to achieve their targets.

Group Overview

Air Mobility Group (AIRMOB) is responsible for developing and delivering Metrea’s aerial refueling (AAR) capabilities, ensuring the readiness and operational effectiveness of the tanker fleet. AIRMOB oversees fleet management, maintenance, and airworthiness, working to sustain and enhance refueling operations. It manages the integration of new processes and technologies, ensuring that tanker aircraft remain mission-ready through effective logistics, maintenance oversight, and regulatory compliance. By coordinating across various teams, AIRMOB ensures the fleet meets both current and future operational needs, supporting a range of specialized air mobility missions.

Position Summary

A Maintenance Crew Lead is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of aircraft. These individuals play a vital role in ensuring the safety and airworthiness of the aircraft. They work in various settings, including airports, maintenance and repair facilities, and manufacturing plants. Maintenance Crew Leads adhere to strict regulatory guidelines set by aviation authorities, such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the United States. They must undergo comprehensive training and obtain the necessary certifications to demonstrate their competency in specific aircraft types or systems. Their meticulous work and attention to detail contribute to the overall safety and reliability of aircraft, playing a critical role in the aviation industry.

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead Aircraft Maintenance Crews during the inspection of the mechanical and electronic components of the Boeing C-135 series aircraft to identify discrepancies, serviceability, and airworthiness..
• Crew Lead can expect to fill various skilled leadership positions such as work leader, task certifier, and various staff positions. Crew Lead levels should take courses or obtain added knowledge on managing resources and personnel.
• Achieve and maintain systems knowledge and repair all systems of the Boeing C-135 series aircaft to include:
  1. Hydraulics System – Replace hydraulic components, bleed systems, and diagnose defects.
  2. Avionics – Guidance & Control / Radio Communications.
  3. Jet Engine – Inspection, engine control rigging, and basic maintenance.
  4. Electrics – Use wiring schematics, trace ground, and power faults, and rectify component failures.
  5. Minor Fuel system repair, replace seals, in tank fuel probes and fuel system components.
  6. Minor Sheet Metal repair, including minor riveting.
  7. Aero Repair – Repair, replacement, and rigging of flight control surfaces.
  8. Major / Minor aircraft inspections.
  9. Perform daily aircraft inspections, launch/recover, refuel / defuel, debrief aircrew, troubleshoot, and repair discrepancies, jack aircraft, tow, and operate all required GSE (Ground Support Equipment).

Skills and Experience

Education:

Experience:

• 7+ years working with heavy commercial or military aircraft, towing, jacking, and hazardous material use, storage, and disposal.
• Proven and demonstrable attention to detail skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, determining causes of errors and deciding on the appropriate

course of action required to resolve complex aircraft maintenance challenges.

• Comprehensive understanding of company philosophy and processes.
• Must be able to take initiative and work independently.
• Excellent communication skills, the ability to read and understand the information presented in writing, diagrams, and schematics.
• Must be able to accomplish all duties with little or no assistance. Must have good command of the English language, oral and written.
• Multi-Point Refueling System experience is a plus, but not essential.
• CFM56-2B jet engine experience is a plus, but not essential.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products (specifically Word and Excel)
• A&P – license required.
• Engine run qualified, and an ASTM NCATT Aircraft Electronic Technician Certificate.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Our Firmware

Metrea’s single core value, “rooted in humility,” is supported by four key attributes: entrepreneurial, systematic, discerning, and over-deliver. These attributes, combined, form our Teammate Firmware, our culture. We explore these attributes during the hiring process when we grow our teams and continually support the growth of our culture. We are 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

Medical insurance options

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement plan eligibility

Enhanced maternity leave

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

Employees must be U.S. citizens.

Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain within 1 year of employment start date is preferred but not required.

AAP/EEO Statement

Metrea Strategic Mobility 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 non-exempt position with typical working hours from Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Non-exempt employees may be required to work over 40 hours per week with approval from the department manager.

Work Location
Metrea Strategic Mobility

17301 Heacock Street

Moreno Valley, CA 92551

Work Environment
This job operates within flight line maintenance parameters. This role routinely carries outdoors and uses standard equipment such as electronic and pneumatic test equipment, hand tools, ground power units for aircraft, integrated maintenance information systems, lifts, metal cutters, power drills, rivet tools, portable computing devices, and protective headsets/earplugs. This position involves daily physical activities such as walking, lifting, reaching overhead, and standing for long periods.

Travel

Travel requirements may be up to 50% with at least 60 consecutive days working in India.