Air Refueling Operator

Metrea

. Perform pre-flight, through-flight, and post-flight inspections, checklists, and documentation .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $126,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in KC-135 Boom Operations, including pre-flight, through-flight, and post-flight inspections, while maintaining compliance with Flight Operation Procedures and safety standards. Possesses strong situational awareness and Crew Resource Management skills essential for effective flight operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

KC-135 Boom Operator Experience2000 Total Flight HoursCurrent FAA Class 2 MedicalSecret Clearance EligibilityMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Pre-Flight InspectionsWeight and Balance ComputationFuel Transfer OperationsOperational Checks of Air Refueling EquipmentDocumentation and Checklists

Soft Skills

Situational AwarenessCrew Resource ManagementOn-Call Availability

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDCurrent US Passport

Industry Keywords

Flight Operation ProceduresGround Operation ProceduresSafety NoticesOverseas CommitmentsOCONUS Deployments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform pre-flight, through-flight, and post-flight inspections, checklists, and documentation
Compute and load weight and balance data
Load and unload personnel and cargo
Safely and effectively transfer fuel from MSM tanker aircraft to contracted receiver aircraft during flight
Conduct operational checks of air refueling equipment, including onboard camera/recording systems
Maintain situational awareness and use Crew Resource Management throughout all phases of flight
Adhere to company Flight Operation Procedures, Ground Operation Procedures, and Safety Notices
Maintain all currencies, qualifications, and advanced systems knowledge related to the MSM KC-135 tanker fleet
Support periodic overseas commitments and deployments
Full-Time AROs are committed to 15 flight days per calendar month

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
10 years as a KC-135 Boom Operator
2000 total hours
200 IB-EB hours
Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite Programs
Current FAA Class 2 Medical
Current US Passport
The employee must be a US citizen
Employees must be able to have and maintain a secret clearance
Ability to be on-call and available as business needs require
Availability for deployments of up to 90 days every two years to designated OCONUS locations
50% travel requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance options
Dental and vision insurance
Retirement plan eligibility
Enhanced Parental Leave
Subsided gym membership/plans through Wellhub