Metrea · 1 day ago
Head of Air Mobility Group
Temecula, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveMetrea is a company that delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across various domains. The Head of Air Mobility Group will lead the development and delivery of aerial refueling capabilities, ensuring operational effectiveness and readiness of the tanker fleet while managing logistics, maintenance, and regulatory compliance.
AerospaceBusiness IntelligenceCommercialInformation TechnologyMilitarySecurityTrainingTransportation
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of the AIRMOB Group, implementing scalable, efficient processes
Build industry-specific frameworks, financial models, and digital systems (in partnership with Operations) to enable workflow automation and meet government contracting requirements
Provide decision support at tactical, operational, and strategic levels
Identify growth opportunities in knowledge, skills, and culture; drive professional development and talent acquisition to build a high-performing team of Metreans
Foster a unified “One Team” culture rooted in humility, aligned with Metrea’s Individual Firmware attributes: Entrepreneurial, Systematic, Discerning, and Over Do’er
Lead development of the Group’s growth strategy through the annual Enterprise Value Case (EVC) cycle, delivering Strategic Milestones (SMs) and OKRs across AIRMOB Capability Areas (CAs) in alignment with Metrea’s Strategy Map
Contribute to Metrea’s Campaign Plan (CAMPLAN), Capability Plan (CAPEPLAN), and Marketing Plans (MPLAN) relevant to AAR
Oversee performance reviews of AIRMOB CAs, ensuring progress against OKRs and KPIs; lead interventions when necessary
Support reporting (monthly, quarterly, board) with strategic analysis, risk planning, and mitigation strategies
Actively assess and shape Group risk exposure and opportunity management, influencing internal programs and potential acquisitions
Qualification
Required
Senior leadership experience in aerospace & defense, with proven ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity through sound judgment
Extensive aircrew background, ideally with AAR expertise
Deep knowledge of aviation regulatory environments (FAA essential, DCMA desirable), including hands-on operations experience and ideally prior accountable executive responsibility in the commercial sector
Working knowledge of FAA Airworthiness and Maintenance procedures
Proven experience engaging with senior stakeholders (customers, suppliers, partners) to represent the company at the highest levels
Track record of leading teams, managing budgets, and delivering measurable results
Familiarity with US government budget cycles and procurement processes
Flexibility to travel frequently, domestically and internationally, often on short notice
Strong critical thinking, judgment, and attention to detail; intellectually curious and quick to adapt
Skilled at identifying key issues, troubleshooting, and problem-solving to advance long-term strategic goals
Highly organized, reliable, discreet, and disciplined, with strong execution skills
Effective in matrixed, collaborative environments, with the ability to balance competing priorities
Emotionally intelligent, adaptable, and intellectually humble, with the ability to challenge and refine one's own thinking
Eligible to hold TS/SCI security clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and legally authorized to work in the United States
Position may require passing a government-administered background check
Role will require adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR)
Employment is contingent on meeting all clearance and adjudication requirements
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
Company
Metrea
Metrea is a defense company that provides solutions to the national security problems by commercial business models.
Founded in 2016
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jim Pennoyer
EVP Chief Financial Officer
Barbara Falkenrath
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