Aviation Logistics Manager Jobs in Riverside, CA

Company Overview
Metrea delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across five domains and more than a dozen mission areas. These include airborne ISR, electronic warfare, secure communications, aerial refueling, special air missions, aerial firefighting, and advanced simulation. We own the whole stack: designing, building, and operating turnkey capabilities that give our partners decisive, asymmetric advantage against rapidly evolving threats.
Our operating model is built around three interlocking pillars. The Support Groups provide a global shared-service - spanning people, finance, platform, operations, legal, and engagement. This frees up our Core Groups, who develop and own mission capabilities end-to-end, to focus entirely on delivery. The Market Groups apply a regional lens, ensuring that our agile and adaptable capabilities remain aligned to the wicked problems that matter most to our partners across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific.
At the heart of our model is a simple but powerful idea: be a true partner with skin in the game. Our partners need effects, not just equipment. By owning the full stack - from the lab to the field - we are able to drive a continuous cycle of innovation that keeps our partners ahead. It's a fast-moving, intellectually demanding environment where talented people are given real responsibility, work on problems that matter, and contribute to an enterprise that is growing quickly and deliberately.
Headquartered in Washington, DC, with facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, as well as Continental Europe and Asia-Pacific.
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
In this role, you will support critical Aviation Logistics Operations that directly impact mission readiness and operational success. You will manage inventory, coordinate the movement of aircraft parts, and support supply chain activities across multiple environments. You will be successful if you can prioritize effectively, adapt quickly in a fast-paced setting, operate autonomously and ensure the right parts are in the right place at the right time to keep operations moving forward.
What You'll Do

• Issue parts, manage inventory control, stocking, and tracking of aviation parts and materials
• Process and prioritize parts requests based on urgency and operational needs
• Coordinate shipping, receiving, and transportation of parts (CONUS and OCONUS)
• Utilize logistics and maintenance systems (e.g., Veryon, AMOS) to manage data and workflows
• Execute parts requisition from internal Metrea stores, or coordinate material requests through the repair or procurement channels, factoring in flight scheduling, ensuring material arrives on time
• Support Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations through expedited handling and delivery
• Assist with logistics planning, forecasting, and replenishment activities, including cycle counting and maintaining accuracy of inventory
• Maintain accurate records and support data analysis for supply chain operations
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Global Supply teams for Material
• Adapt to dynamic environments and support evolving mission requirements

What You Bring

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams
• Ability to operate autonomously in deployed or remote environments
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification
• Experience in Logistics (Aviation preferred), or supporting military/defense operations (Preferred)
• Familiarity with inventory or supply chain systems, National Stock Numbers (NSNs) or aviation parts (preferred)
• Associate degree or equivalent practical experience (preferred)

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Valid Driver's license
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret (or higher) security clearance
• Must possess a valid passport
• Willingness to travel up to approximately 40% (CONUS and OCONUS)
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including shifts, weekends, and holidays as required

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
• Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• This position requires eligibility to obtain a [Secret / Top Secret] clearance. U.S. citizenship is required
• Candidates will be subject to background investigation in accordance with federal requirements
• Position requires passing a government-administered background check
• Role may require adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR)

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 non-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. Non-Exempt employees may be required to work over 40 hours per week with approval from the department manager. This role may require rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends, holidays) based on operational & business needs. Schedule subject to change with 12-hour notice.
Work Environment
This role operates in varied environments, including warehouses, aircraft flightlines, conex containers, and office settings. Standard equipment includes computers, tablets, phones, scanners, and office equipment.
Travel
Approximately 40%, unless additional travel is volunteered, CONUS & OCONUS Sites.
Base Pay Range
The compensation range shown below is a good faith estimate and reflects the expected base pay for this position upon hire. This is just one component of Metrea's overall approach to total rewards and final compensation decisions, including the ultimate salary or hourly rate agreed upon, may vary depending on factors such as job location, job-specific knowledge, skills, experience, and the overall negotiated compensation package. Eligible full-time employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, wellbeing, and long-term success.
Pay Range
$29-$32 USD
Our Firmware
At Metrea, our single core value is Rooted in Humility, and our four cornerstone attributes are Entrepreneurial, Systematic, Discerning, and Over-Deliver. These form what we call our Teammate Firmware. Just like technical firmware connects software and hardware, our Firmware is the constant interface between our mission and our people. It defines how we show up, how we work together, and how we solve complex problems.
Our team Firmware creates a web-like, hyper-collaborative, dynamically hierarchical way of working that helps us adapt quickly, communicate openly, and distribute decision-making to where expertise actually lives. It enables groups to self-organize around hard problems, shift fluidly as priorities evolve, and operate with the trust, curiosity, and discipline required in a complex mission space. This foundation allows us to deliver elegant, effective solutions and uphold our purpose: protecting our precious inheritance.