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Job Description 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 Special Air Missions Group (SAM) is responsible for developing and delivering Metrea’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Special Mobility, and Aerial Firefighting (AFF) capabilities. SAM oversees the integration of new mission systems, ensuring operational readiness across specialized aviation operations. It manages fleet maintenance, regulatory compliance, and strategic partnerships to enhance mission effectiveness. By consolidating expertise and infrastructure, SAM ensures Metrea’s airborne capabilities remain adaptable and mission-ready across dynamic operational environments. Position Summary Within the Metrea Integrated Management System (IMS), the Aviation Compliance Monitoring Manager (CMM) is responsible for defining, monitoring, and continuously reporting on the Aviation Operations (US) Capability Area’s level of compliance across regulatory, contractual, and operational domains. Reporting directly to the Head of Flight Operations, the CMM provides assurance that the Aviation Operations (US) Capability Area operates within its approvals, Letters of Authorization, and internal processes, while maintaining full adherence to national aviation regulatory requirements, and contracting standards set by the US Government, allies, and partners. This role is pivotal in ensuring the Capability Area maintains a proactive compliance posture, drives continuous improvement, and sustains mission assurance across global Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), and Special Air Transport (SAT) operations. Additionally, the CMM acts as the Capability Area's Operational Compliance Management Representative (OCMR), ensuring alignment with the Safety, Operational Compliance, and Training (SOCT) function for governance and enterprise-wide reporting standards. Role and Responsibilities • Ensure the Capability Area adheres to all applicable aviation regulations and standards (e.g., FAA, EASA, DoD, DCMA, ICAO, ISO 9001, AS 9100, IS-BAO, and Metrea policies)., • Manage compliance aspects of US Government contracts as a Contractor Responsible Officer (CRO), to ensure compliance with DCMA 8210-1D, Service Guidance, and Metrea Contractor Procedures., • Monitor and interpret changes in regulatory and contractual requirements, ensuring timely updates to organizational procedures and processes., • Develop, implement, and manage the Compliance Monitoring and Continuous Improvement Program, integrating both regulatory and contractual requirements into operational activities., • Provide independent compliance reporting to the Head of Flight Operations and functionally report compliance status and performance metrics to SOCT as mandated within the IMS., • Plan and conduct comprehensive internal audits and inspections, including checklist development, evidence collection, and non-compliance detection., • Coordinate with external auditors, mission partners, and regulatory authorities during formal inspections and assessments., • Lead the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) process to ensure findings are analyzed, corrective measures are implemented, and systemic improvements are tracked to closure., • Use audit and monitoring data to proactively identify risks and opportunities for process improvement., • Champion continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean principles) across the Capability Area to strengthen compliance and mission effectiveness., • Collaborate closely with the Safety Manager to identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks within the Safety Management System (SMS)., • Ensure that compliance monitoring outputs feed directly into Safety Risk Assessments, Safety Performance Indicators, Safety Action Groups, and Safety Review Boards., • Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of audits, inspections, findings, corrective actions, and compliance metrics., • Regularly report compliance status, risks, and performance indicators to the Head of Flight Operations, and be responsible for coordinating the Capability Area's Management Review in line with IMS requirements., • Develop and maintain compliance procedures and documentation systems aligned with regulatory frameworks and Metrea IMS standards., • Develop and deliver compliance and Continuous Improvement training programs, ensuring that personnel understand their regulatory responsibilities and the importance of compliance culture., • Provide initial and recurring training for new and existing teammates to reinforce awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement principles. Skills and Experience • Required:, • Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline); or 5+ years of equivalent experience., • Minimum of 5+ years in aviation quality assurance, compliance monitoring, continuous improvement, or regulatory affairs., • Comprehensive knowledge of EASA, FAA, DCMA 8210, ISO 9001, AS 9100, and IS-BAO standards., • Demonstrated success in leading audits, managing CAPA processes, and implementing IMS improvements., • Proficiency in IMS software and data analysis tools., • Exceptional level of critical thinking, analysis, creativity, problem solving, negotiation, conflict management, and time management., • Strong analytical, organizational, and reporting skills., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Proficiency in external communications tools (e.g., Outlook), internal communications tools (e.g., Teams), work management tools (e.g., Monday.com), and knowledge/process management tools (e.g., SharePoint, Notion, Azure, Lucid)., • Preferred:, • Master’s Degree (any discipline)., • Experience within ISR, SAT, defense, or contractor-operated aviation operations., • Lead Auditor certification in AS9100, ISO 9001, or IS-BAO., • Understanding of aviation regulatory frameworks and their practical application. 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 Parental leave Work Authorization / Security Clearance Current U.S. Passport required Current U.S. driver’s license required Eligible for U.S. Secret (or higher) security clearance AAP/EEO Statement Metrea Special Aerospace, ISR Inc. 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 Tampa, Florida Work Environment This job predominantly operates in an office setting and sometimes operates at austere locations when visiting deployed locations. Travel 10%

Job Description Title: Aircraft Modification & Maintenance Manager Reports to: Head, Aircraft Integration Center Level: FLSA Status: Exempt Work Arrangement: Onsite, FT Company Overview 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. Headquartered in Washington, DC, Metrea has facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, and beyond. Aerospace Engineering Group (AERO) provides an integrated, end-to-end capability for the rapid modification and fielding of mission-specific aircraft. The Airborne Asset Adaptation (A3) Cell acts as the central command and coordination hub, managing requirements and external interfaces from inception to operational delivery. Specialized technical execution is delivered by the Aircraft Integration Centre (AIC), a Part 145 facility focused on airframe modification, and Aerospace Design (ASD), which provides organic design engineering and FAA-authorized certification. Collectively, these elements bridge the gap between initial requirements and the deployment of flight-certified, mission-ready assets. Position Summary MAIC is seeking an experienced and highly capable Aircraft Modification & Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance, production prototyping, fabrication, and aircraft modification activities within our Part 21 focused FAA Part 145 Repair Station. The Aircraft Modification & Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of safety, airworthiness, regulatory compliance, and production quality across all aircraft integration, maintenance, fabrication, and component-level work performed at MAIC. This position is central to MAIC’s mission of delivering world‑class modification, integration, and sustainment solutions. What You’ll Do This role oversees multidisciplinary technical teams, develops and executes aircraft integration and maintenance programs, manages Repair Station personnel and capabilities, and collaborates closely with engineering and A3 stakeholders to deliver high-quality, on-schedule outcomes by: • Ensure full compliance with 14 CFR Part 145, Part 21, Repair Station and Quality Control Manuals, OpSpecs, and all applicable FAA regulations., • Oversee maintenance records, logs, inspection reports, fabrication traveler documentation, and configuration management., • Ensure proper use and control of tooling, equipment, processes, and calibrated assets., • Lead all aircraft maintenance and integration activities, including modification, fabrication, prototyping, and return-to-service., • Partner closely with engineering on work instructions, design data, and technical packages for Part 21 prototyping and production work., • Oversee production scheduling/planning, workflow development, staffing plans, and resource allocation to ensure on-time delivery., • Ability to read and interpret design packages of varying maturity levels and derive work sequencing and budgets from them to support planning efforts., • Approve work orders, airworthiness releases, and RTS documentation per authorized privileges., • Manage, mentor, and develop technicians, inspectors, leads, and supervisors across sheet‑metal, structures, avionics, systems, and fabrication disciplines., • Ensure training, currency, and qualifications for all maintenance personnel., • Cultivate a safety-first, quality-focused culture aligned with MAIC standards and values., • Drive root-cause analysis, risk assessments, quality improvements, and operational enhancements., • Support the buildout and operationalization of PKAF (Prototyping, Kitting & Assembly Facility) and other capability expansions., • Coordinate closely with A3 Program Management, MASD Engineering, Supply Chain & Logistics, as well as other adjacent Metrea organizations to support modification programs, MRO work, and Part 21 efforts., • Assist in developing capability roadmaps, capital equipment requirements, and new processes to scale advanced fabrication and integration capabilities., • Minimum 8–10 years of aircraft maintenance leadership experience, including supervisory or management roles., • Extensive experience within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station environment., • Working knowledge of 14 CFR Part 21, including design, fabrication, prototyping, and conformity processes., • Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate required; Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred., • Strong understanding of structural modification, avionics integration, and component-level fabrication., • Demonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary technical teams., • Proven track record of interfacing with the FAA and managing regulatory audits., • Demonstrable experience with standard enterprise IT utilities Additional Eligibility Qualifications • Prior experience in aircraft modification, military integration programs, or special mission aircraft., • Experience standing up or significantly scaling new production capabilities., • Familiarity with ISO9001, AS9100, or similar quality systems., • Strong technical writing and documentation skills. Our Firmware At Metrea, our single core value, Rooted in Humility, and our four cornerstone attributes—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. 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. Must be a US citizen Position may require passing a government-administered background check. Employment is contingent on meeting all clearance and adjudication requirements. 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, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 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 Work location Work Environment This job operates in an office and hangar setting

Job Description Title: Maintenance and Modification Training Manager Work Arrangement: Onsite Company Overview 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. Headquartered in Washington, DC, Metrea has facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, and beyond. Aerospace Engineering Group (AERO) provides an integrated, end-to-end capability for the rapid modification and fielding of mission-specific aircraft. The Airborne Asset Adaptation (A3) Cell acts as the central command and coordination hub, managing requirements and external interfaces from inception to operational delivery. Specialized technical execution is delivered by the Aircraft Integration Centre (AIC), a FAA Part 145 facility focused on airframe modification, and Aerospace Design (ASD), which provides organic design engineering and FAA-authorized certification. Collectively, these elements bridge the gap between initial requirements and the deployment of flight-certified, mission-ready assets. Position Summary The Training Manager will design and develop comprehensive programs for training, which include regulatory compliance, corporate topics, and aircraft maintenance topics. The Training Manager will conduct organizational needs assessments, identifying skills or knowledge gaps that need addressing. Will develop and prepare training aids and materials, as needed. The Training Manager will maintain a database of curriculum, materials, and training records. The Training Manager assists with the design, delivery, and oversight of enterprise-wide training programs that support operational readiness across Metrea’s SAM and AERO capability areas. This role ensures compliance with FAA, OSHA, NISPOM, AS9100, GFR, and internal Metrea standards while driving modernized, scalable learning systems for both domestic and OCONUS operations. What You’ll Do The Training Manager assists with the design, delivery, and oversight of enterprise-wide training programs that support operational readiness across Metrea’s SAM and AERO capability areas. This role ensures compliance with FAA, OSHA, NISPOM, AS9100, GFR and internal Metrea standards while driving modernized, scalable learning systems for both domestic and OCONUS operations. • Develop, implement, and maintain enterprise training programs aligned with regulatory and operational requirements across Tampa (MAIC), and remote domestic and international sites., • Lead the development and application of training delivery for flight operations, maintenance, ISR mission support, and safety-sensitive positions., • Manage Learn365 LMS administration, including SCORM-compliant content creation, course libraries, user management, and exam analytics., • Coordinate technical courses, aviation maintenance programs, and exam updates to ensure pilot and crew readiness. • Design and publish interactive eLearning content using Adobe Captivate and video based solutions., • Conduct assessments, training needs analyses, and compliance assessments in alignment with FAA, OSHA, NISPOM, and AS9100. • Develop automated workflows using Power Automate and PowerApps., • Build and maintain Power BI dashboards to monitor compliance, readiness, and training effectiveness. • Collaborate extensively with Operations, Safety, Quality, Security, IT, and teams abroad., • Manage training budget and vendor contracts, including third-party course enrollment. What You’ll Bring • Advanced LMS expertise (Learn365, SCORM, content packaging, analytics)., • Digital instructional design capabilities using Adobe Captivate., • Strong regulatory knowledge across FAA, OSHA, NISPOM, AS9100., • Data-driven training analysis and reporting using Power BI., • Cross-functional leadership and communication., • Strong operational understanding of training within safety-sensitive aviation environments. Additional Eligibility Qualifications • A bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent experience., • 5+ years of experience in training management or aviation-related training operations., • Experience with global training standardization preferred. Our Firmware At Metrea, our single core value, Rooted in Humility, and our four cornerstone attributes— 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. 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. U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with federal requirements. 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 Tampa, FL Work Environment This job operates in an office setting. Travel Travel requirements are up to 5% Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Job DescriptionDescription: Strategic Planner The Ascendancy Group’s Mission To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. Overview The Strategic Planner position is a full-time position developing and executing long-range, theater-level plans that integrate Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) influence activities. This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility Roles and Responsibilities: • Designs and implements multi-phase OIE Plans aligned with Joint Doctrine (JP 3-4), national strategies, and GCC priorities., • Integrates Information- Forces (MISO, MILDEC, OPSEC, Cyber, EW, PA, CA) into strategic and operational plans to shape the information environment., • Conducts PMESII-PT and DIMEFIL assessments to evaluate the operational environment and inform strategic planning., • Collaborates with J39, J5, J2, Joint Staff, interagency partners (e.g., DOS, USAID), and coalition forces to ensure unity of effort and message., • Drafts OIE annexes, strategic roadmaps, concept papers, and briefing materials for senior leadership., • Defines and tracks Measures of Performance (MOP) and Measures of Effectiveness (MOE) to evaluate campaign success and inform adjustments., • Provides strategic counsel to senior leaders on the use of OIE to achieve long-term operational and strategic effects., • Degree in International Affairs, Strategic Studies, or related field, • Strategic planning experience, with at least 5 years in IO or influence operations, • SAM / SAW Graduate, • Experience supporting Combatant Commands or Joint Staff, • Strong analytical, research, and forecasting skills, • Proficiency in strategic communication and briefing development, • Experience at a major command, combatant command, or service-level HQ (USCENTCOM AOR preferred), • J39 experience in strategic planning, policy development, or interagency coordination, • Familiarity with national security documents (e.g., NSS, NDS, NMS, UCP), • Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one?, • Total number of years professional experience, • List the highest degree earned and the field of study, • List the second highest degree earned and the field of study

Job DescriptionDescription: Effects Coordinator The Ascendancy Group’s Mission To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. Overview The Effects Coordinator position is a full-time position integrating and synchronizing lethal and non-lethal capabilities (fires, MISO, MILDEC, cyber, EMSO, space, PA) across plans, orders, and IOE-focused campaigns. Serves as the effects integrator between J39, Fires Cells, Targeting Boards, and Interagency stakeholders, ensuring alignment of authorities, timing, and intended outcomes. This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility Roles and Responsibilities: • Incorporate PSYOP/MISO functions into Combatant Command planning efforts and lead development of target audience analysis, series development, and influence campaign assessment., • Analyzes and operationalizes IOE-relevant directives to inform targeting, messaging, and sequencing of effects against adversary decision-making systems., • Provides expertise on C2 relationships, authorities, permissions, and doctrinal integration of joint capabilities within CCMD structures., • Supports Annex D (Fires) and Annex M (Targeting) development, and contribute to CONOPs and influence-focused planning efforts., • Contributes to Combat Assessment (CA) and Measures of Effectiveness (MOE) for evaluating integrated campaign performance., • Engages with U.S. and partner nation senior leaders to brief plans, deconflict authorities, and represent IOE considerations during operations and planning events., • Experience in PSYOP/MISO, targeting, intelligence, maneuver, or special operations., • Prior experience supporting joint or combined military operations, preferably at the component or CCMD level, • Knowledge of Joint Planning Process (JPP), MDMP, campaign planning, and targeting processes, • Expertise in developing and assessing MISO/PSYOP/IO plans and products, including audience analysis and message development, • Strong understanding of DoD, Joint, and Service doctrine, particularly for command and control (C2), fires, and information operations, • Demonstrated ability to integrate efforts across Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps components in coordination with CCMD initiatives, • Demonstrated experience coordinating with interagency and intelligence community (IC) stakeholders, • Proven ability to brief and engage senior leadership, and operate effectively in dynamic, multi-domain environments, • Completion of Captain’s Career Course or higher PME, • Experience with Embassy teams, foreign partner coordination, or interagency messaging efforts, • Graduate of one or more: Information Operations Planner Course, Special Warfare Advanced Targeting and Analysis Course (SWATA), Military Deception (MILDEC) Planner Course, Irregular/Unconventional Warfare Course, • Battle staff experience in support of CCMD or TSOC campaigns, • Strong writing skills and demonstrated ability to develop media production plans or dissemination strategies, • Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one?, • Total number of years professional experience, • List the highest degree earned and the field of study, • List the second highest degree earned and the field of study

Job DescriptionDescription: MILDEC Planner The Ascendancy Group’s Mission To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. Overview This is a full-time position supporting joint Information planning efforts at a Combatant Command headquarters as part of Operations in the Information Environment (OIE). This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility Roles and Responsibilities: • Develops and integrates deception objectives, narratives, and supporting CONOPs that align with the commander’s intent and the broader OIE campaign., • Analyzes enemy decision processes (e.g., OODA loop) and intelligence collection systems to identify exploitable vulnerabilities., • Crafts believable, sensor-verifiable deception narratives supported by operations and activities., • Provides Integration with Information Forces ’IRCs’: Coordinate deception effects with OPSEC, MISO, Cyber, and EW., • Ensures all deception plans are synchronized with real operations, with coordination across OPSEC and Intel (J2)., • Monitors adversary behavior via intelligence capabilities, evaluate success using MOP/MOE, and refine plans accordingly., • MILDEC strategic/operational planning experience, • One or more of the following Courses: Joint Military Deception Training Course (JMTC); Service Level MILDEC Course; MILDEC Theater Operations Course (MDTOC), • Expertise in the Joint Operations Planning Process (JOPP), • Experience drafting MILDEC plans, orders, and strategy assessments, • Education in strategic communications, IO, or national security, • Experience working with Special Access Programs (SAP) or Special Technical Operations (STO), • Operational experience in CENTCOM, INDOPACOM, or AFRICOM AORs, • Experience at the CCMD or Joint Staff level We are passionate about everything we do.? One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation's security. ? To expedite your application, provide the following information when you apply:? • Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one??, • Total number of years professional experience?, • List the highest degree earned and the field of study?, • List the second highest degree earned and the field of study? Requirements:

Job DescriptionDescription: STO/SAP Planner The Ascendancy Group’s Mission To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. Overview The Special Technical Operations (STO)/ Special Access Programs (SAP) Planner position is a full-time position coordinating SAPs, Alternate Compensatory Control Measures (ACCM), and other sensitive capabilities, while working directly with joint planning teams, interagency partners, national-level organizations, and information forces to ensure sensitive activities align with mission objectives. Serves as a critical enabler for the secure integration of highly sensitive capabilities into influence and non-kinetic operations. This position is on a future contract that is pending award announcement. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility Roles and Responsibilities: • Manages and ensure all SAPs supporting Operations in the Information Environment including MISO, MILDEC, Cyber, and EW—are properly protected, compartmentalized, and compliant with applicable security protocols., • Plans, integrates, and coordinates with interagency and intelligence community (IC) entities., • Facilitates the de-confliction that underpins intelligence gain/loss and political and military assessments., • Incorporates information-related capabilities and sensitive activities into operations orders, annexes, and evaluation/assessment plans., • Advises on the development of campaign plans and CONOPs involving STO, SAP, and Alternative Compensatory Control Measures (ACCM)., • Coordinates STO planning efforts across operations, intelligence, and sensitive activities directorates., • Manages the Review and Approval Process (RAP) for CONOPs involving SAP and Sensitive Activities., • Develops and integrates STO components into Combatant Command (CCMD) IJSTO plans and related efforts., • Provides planning expertise across mission analysis, course of action (COA) development, wargaming, and plan transition., • Represents STO equities in working groups, planning cells, and interagency coordination forums., • Ensures compliance with IJSTO and DoD regulations for handling and accessing classified material., • Serves as a liaison to the Joint Staff, OSD, CCMDs, IC elements, and partner nations on STO-related coordination., • Integrates Special Technical Operations capabilities enabling lethal effects into planning and operational activities., • Conducts fires planning for the integration of cyber-delivered STO and Information Operations capabilities into Offensive and Defensive Cyberspace Operations (OCO/DCO), and integrate emerging cyberspace operational efforts into OPLAN development., • Direct STO planning experience at a Joint or Geographic Combatant Command Headquarters, • Completion of: Special Technical Operations Planner’s Course (STOPC); MILDEC Planners Course (MPC); Planning and Decision Aid System (PDAS) Users Course, • Prior USCENTCOM or Joint Staff-level experience, • Experience supporting the CENTCOM AOR, INDOPACOM, or AFRICOM, • Experience coordinating SAP or Sensitive Activities across multiple command levels and agencies We are passionate about everything we do.? One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation's security. To expedite your application, provide the following information when you apply: • Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one?, • Total number of years professional experience, • List the highest degree earned and the field of study, • List the second highest degree earned and the field of study

Job DescriptionDescription: Intelligence Collection Manager The Ascendancy Group’s Mission To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. Overview The Intelligence Collection Manager position is a full-time position supporting the J39 Information Operations Directorate by identifying, validating, and coordinating collection requirements that inform and enable IO planning and execution. This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility Roles and Responsibilities: • Ensures that ISR and other collection platforms are aligned to support non-kinetic targeting, influence operations, and adversary activity within the information environment., • Degree in Intelligence Studies, International Affairs, or a related field, • Experience in intelligence collection management or ISR planning, including direct support to joint, interagency, or CCMD operations, • Strong working knowledge of intelligence disciplines (HUMINT, SIGINT, GEOINT, OSINT) and ISR platforms, • Experience using DoD and IC collection systems such as COLISEUM, PRISM, HOTR, or MIDB, • Experience supporting a J39 or J2 staff at a Combatant Command, Joint Task Force, or Service Component, • Understanding of IRCs (MISO, MILDEC, OPSEC, Cyber) and their intelligence support requirements, • Familiarity with intelligence requirements related to adversary decision-making processes, influence operations, or disinformation campaigns, • Experience developing or validating ISR collection in support of non-kinetic targeting or IO assessments, • Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one?, • Total number of years professional experience, • List the highest degree earned and the field of study, • List the second highest degree earned and the field of study

Job Description Be a Star at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts! Straz Center for the Performing Arts is seeking a Technical Director - Opera & Internal to join our production team. This position oversees all aspects of the technical production related to Opera Tampa events and Straz produced events. The Technical Director will also serve to advise and supplement planning operations for internal Straz events, including fundraising events. Located in downtown Tampa, the 335,000 square-foot Straz Center, one of the largest performing arts complexes in the country, offers a team-based work environment that shows our dedication to the community every day. We reward our full-time employees with a strong benefits package including options for health/dental, vision, etc., discounted downtown parking, food and show discounts, plus a generous 403(b) plan and up to 27 days of PTO/Holidays per year. Essential Functions: Opera Tampa and Straz Produced Events • Oversees the planning, scheduling, implementation, and engineering of all scenic elements; collaborates and coordinates with lighting, sound, and production departments to facilitate purchasing and planning., • Creates detailed material and labor cost and builds schedules for each production, working closely with designers, Senior Director of Production, and stage directors to establish build priorities. Schedules and moderates all design meetings, production meetings, technical rehearsals, and performances., • Actively participates in budget planning for current and future seasons., • Oversees construction, load ins, and load outs of scenery and set pieces. Provides additional construction support as needed., • Maintains inventory control of Straz assets and stock scenery pieces., • Works closely with guest designers to leverage stock pieces to the greatest extent possible to minimize cost and redundancy., • Reviews, evaluates, and coordinates all Opera Tampa and Straz Produced production requirements., • Researches and recommends rental set and costumes options., • Compiles all relevant regulatory and insurance related documents for rental vendors., • Recommends Lighting Designers and oversees the installation of lighting plot., • Recommends Wig and Makeup Artists, Production Stage Managers, and Assistant Stage Managers., • Compiles, orders, or oversees the construction of all required props for Opera Tampa and Straz Produced productions., • Partners with Lighting Designer, Center's Master Electrician, and Head Carpenter to determine the hanging plot and positioning of the set on stage., • Compiles or creates all required drawings associated with scenic layouts and design documentation to facilitate the rehearsal process and scenic construction processes. Responsible for the procurement and collation of all shop drawings., • Orders supplemental lighting equipment in coordination with the Lighting Designer, as required by production., • Coordinates orchestra pit setup with the Pit Orchestra Contractor and Artistic Director., • Schedules Fire Watch if warranted by special effects., • Oversees the overall safety of the production to ensure safe, organized, and efficient working conditions; communicates and implements Straz Center's standard operating procedures as they relate to safety, evacuation procedures, crisis communication, and security., • Determines necessary alterations or additions to production elements to meet artistic vision., • Supervises and coordinates all aspects of production on events, including compliance of the technical rider, as contracted., • Acts as Stage Manager when necessary., • Serves as liaison between visiting production personnel and Straz Center's technical, house, and Security staff members., • Ensures that visiting Company's production needs are understood and fulfilled to the best of Straz Center's ability., • Compiles and delivers production settlement information., • Assists in producing weekly schedules for production crews., • May temporarily perform some duties as Senior Director of Production, if necessary, in their absence., • Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills as well as a meticulous attention to detail., • An industrious work ethic., • A high level of computer proficiency, including the MS Office suite., • An ability to work independently, under pressure in a multi-task environment, and as a dynamic and supportive part of a team., • Experience drafting, editing, reading, and interpreting lighting plots, ground plans and construction drawings., • Experience implementing technical riders, providing scrutiny and negotiation of production elements requested., • Design knowledge in CAD, Vectorworks, or other design programs is an added asset for this position., • Must have a valid Florida Driver License., • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in the industry. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. • The nature of this job requires the employee to work on-site as a regular work routine., • Work may require moving event materials or theatrical equipment weighing up to 40 lbs., • Work regularly requires traversing the facility; approximately 50% of performance facility is reachable only by stairs or ladder., • Work regularly requires ascending and descending narrow ladders between floors backstage., • Ability to identify visual and auditory difficulties occurring during events/productions., • Some work may be completed in low light areas and/or areas of restricted access., • May operate electrical or sound equipment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. The David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to being an inclusive workplace and strongly believes in the importance of having a diverse group of individuals represented. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class. Please visit our website at to learn more about the Straz Center. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Company Overview Metrea delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across five domains and more than a dozen mission areas, including ISR, electronic warfare, secure communications, aerial refuelling, special mission aviation, firefighting, and advanced simulation. Metrea builds vertically integrated “full stacks” of capability—designing, producing, and operating turnkey solutions that let customers scale capacity and benefit from continuous innovation. By bringing operators and engineers together, Metrea rapidly connects design with effect, turning insight into action. Focused on elegant, efficient, and evolving solutions, Metrea helps partners do more with less, providing asymmetric advantage against fast-changing threats. Headquartered in Washington, DC, Metrea operates facilities across the U.S., U.K., Europe, and worldwide. Group Overview Special Aviation Missions Group (SAM) is responsible for developing and delivering Metrea’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Special Mobility, and Aerial Firefighting (AFF) capabilities from the US. SAM oversees the integration of new mission systems, ensuring operational readiness across specialized aviation operations. It manages fleet maintenance, regulatory compliance, and strategic partnerships to enhance mission effectiveness. By consolidating expertise and infrastructure, SAM ensures Metrea’s airborne capabilities remain adaptable and mission-ready across dynamic operational environments. Position Summary The Head of SAM – US (H/SAM US) will lead both on and in the Group: • On the Group – designing and building best-in-class special mission Capability Areas (CAs), including processes, systems, and people. With the focus of “safe, assured, and scalable global aviation operations,” H/SAM US will drive the newly redesigned capability areas, creating a cohesive, efficient, and scalable organization to achieve the summits outlined in the Metrea Strategy Map. Above all, the role demands a builder—someone able to lead and collaborate across both the Group and the wider enterprise. Role and Responsibilities Developing the Group Structure (“On the Group”) • Lead the design and development of the SAM 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., • Lead development of the Group’s growth strategy through the annual Enterprise Value Case (EVC) cycle, delivering Strategic Milestones (SMs) and OKRs across SAM 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 SAM., • Oversee performance reviews of SAM US 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., • Provide market and customer-focused expertise to de-risk current programs and validate new opportunities., • Senior leadership experience in aerospace & defence, with proven ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity through sound judgment., • Extensive special mission aircrew background, ideally with ISR expertise., • Deep knowledge of aviation regulatory environments (FAA), including hands-on Part 135 operations and 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 U.S. 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. 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.

Job DescriptionDescription: Information Operations Planner The Ascendancy Group’s Mission To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. Overview The Information Operations Planner position is a full-time position planning and coordinating across joint, combined, and interagency teams. The OIE planner will be required to work closely with military counterparts to ensure IO effects are integrated into all phases of operations. This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility Roles and Responsibilities: • Assess lethal and non-lethal effects from Information Forces and activities (i.e., MISO, MILDEC, EW) and provided recommendation into the targeting process for refinement of targeting guidance and objectives., • Apply situational awareness within planning and synchronization of OIE with CCMDs mission partners., • Develop plans and concepts to leverage the inherent informational aspects of joint force activities in the theater., • Apply operational art and operational design in the application of JOPP/MDMP., • Integrates Information Forces and activities across multiple domains, environments, and geographic boundaries, supporting both domestic and overseas operations via OIE planners, intelligence analysts, cultural advisors, and linguists., • Work with military planners to break down and synthesize data in a manner that best informs plans and operations., • Provide analysis which will include presentation of basic descriptive statistics, longitudinal analysis, and hypothesis testing (to include, but not limited to, non-parametric correlation and principal components analysis)., • Support assessments of the information environment, applying a combination of opinion research data, intelligence, operational reporting, and social media insights., • Contribute to design of opinion research and interpretation of findings. Examples of opinion research include survey, flash polls, focus groups, and in-depth interviews., • Develop innovative concepts to counter adversarial use of information in the Information Environment (IE) and consider significant or key cultural aspects that affect operational and tactical planning, security, and risk assessments., • Apply technical skills to tactical, operational, and strategic level planning/execution, identify and track measures of performance through attainment of measures of effectiveness, and provide advice concerning the application of PSYOP/MISO during the development of operational concepts., • Review, analyze, and operationalize tactical and operational-level OIE-related directives in support of mission elements., • Integrate with interagency and intelligence community (IC)., • Integrate, coordinate, and synchronize adjacent and supporting operations, as well as develop support for related capabilities and their activities., • Use working knowledge of MISO/IO, Military Deception (MILDEC), operations security (OPSEC), electronic warfare (EW), and cyberspace operations missions, tasks, and overall warfighting functions to support operations, provide understanding on how to integrate joint warfare capabilities, and be capable of synchronizing activities of mutual concern., • IO planning experience at a joint/service level, • Formal OIE background (e.g., FA30, or equivalent civilian/contractor training), • Completion of JIOPC, OPSEC Planners Course, or similar military planning courses, • SAMS or SAW Graduate, • Operational experience supporting CENTCOM AOR is preferred. INDOPACOM or AFRICOM is also acceptable, • Familiarity with MILDEC, EW, Cyber, MISO, Public Affairs, Civil Affairs, Space And Intelligence Operations, • Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one?, • Total number of years professional experience, • List the highest degree earned and the field of study, • List the second highest degree earned and the field of study

Job DescriptionDescription: Civil Affairs Planner The Ascendancy Group’s Mission To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. Overview The Civil Affairs Planner position is a full-time position integrating civil-military operations into irregular warfare, influence operations, and campaign design as part of Operations in the Information Environment (OIE). The Civil Affairs Planner will synchronize governance, stabilization, and population-centric activities in support of strategic competition and irregular warfare objectives. This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility Roles and Responsibilities: • Contributes Civil-Military Engagement Planning expertise to develop, coordinate, and integrate Civil Affairs (CA) equities into theater-level operational plans to support influence, stability, governance, and foreign humanitarian operations., • Conducts PMESII-PT, DIMEFIL, and operational design assessments focused on civil, governance, and human aspects of the operational environment to support Operational Environment Assessments., • Collaborates with interagency partners (e.g., State Department, NGOs), coalition forces, and Information Forces to synchronize CA and OIE activities., • Advises commanders on governance, rule of law, public health, infrastructure, humanitarian assistance, and essential service restoration to support long-term stability., • Incorporates Civil Affairs equities into broader Operations in the Information Environment (OIE), including All information Forces and the capabilities MILDEC, OPSEC, and influence operations, to shape local perceptions and achieve theater-level effects., • Civil Affairs directly supports the Information Joint Function through engagement with the Human Aspects and Informational Aspects of the operational environment., • Delivers senior-level briefs, assessments, and recommendations to commanders and staff on civil-military operations within the Information Environment., • Degree in International Relations, Political Science, Regional Studies, Public Administration, or related field, • Experience in civil Affairs, stability operations, civil-military coordination, or interagency planning experience, • Civil Affairs Qualification Course graduate (38A, 38G, or equivalent), • Prior support to Combatant Commands, Joint Staff, or equivalent headquarters, • Experience with civil information management, civil network analysis, or population-centric targeting, • Understanding of PMESII-PT, DIMEFIL, OIE doctrine, and the Information Joint Function, • Prior deployments supporting Civil Affairs or stability operations in CENTCOM, AFRICOM, or INDOPACOM AORs, • Experience supporting Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Relief (HA/DR), governance, or post-conflict stabilization operations, • Experience advising senior military or interagency leadership, • Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one?, • Total number of years professional experience, • List the highest degree earned and the field of study, • List the second highest degree earned and the field of study

Job DescriptionDescription:Electronic Warfare Planner The Ascendancy Group’s Mission To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. Overview The Electronic Warfare Planner position is a full-time position supporting the J39 Information Operations Directorate as part of Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) by integrating electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO) into joint influence and operational planning. This role ensures that EW capabilities contribute to the synchronization of Information Forces and capabilities such as MISO, OPSEC, MILDEC, and Cyber, helping to achieve desired effects in the information environment and across operational domains. This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility Roles and Responsibilities: • Develops EW inputs for OIE-related planning documents (e.g., OPLANs, CONPLANs, Annex K, Annex P) and advise J39 leadership on EMSO integration into influence operations., • Collaborates with MISO, Cyber, OPSEC, MILDEC, and Public Affairs planners to synchronize non-kinetic effects across the information environment., • Represents EW equities in Joint Planning Groups (JPGs), Operational Planning Teams (OPTs), and Information Environment Working Groups (IEWGs)., • Coordinates with spectrum managers, J6, and J2/J3 staff to ensure proper targeting, deconfliction, and employment of EW capabilities., • Supports assessments of EW effectiveness using MOEs and MOPs aligned with OIE objectives., • Degree in Electronic Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field., • Experience in EW planning or operations, with at least 2 years supporting IOE or joint operational planning., • In-depth knowledge of JP 3-13.1 (Electronic Warfare) and electromagnetic spectrum operations doctrine., • Must be a graduate of a formal U.S. military electronic warfare officer program:, • U.S. Army, • Officer: 29A Electronic Warfare Officer Course, • Warrant Officer: Cyber Warfare Technician (17B) Warrant Officer Basic Course (WOBC), • Enlisted: 29E Electronic Warfare Specialist Course, • U.S. Air Force, • Officer: 12X – Combat Systems Officer (CSO), Electronic Warfare Officer Track, • Enlisted: No specific “EWO” enlisted AFSC — EW functions are embedded in roles like 1N5X1 (Electronic Signals Intelligence Analyst) or 3D1X3 (RF Transmission Systems), • U.S. Navy, • Officer: 1810 – Cryptologic Warfare Officer Qualification Program (Also applicable: Naval Flight Officer – EA-18G Growler with EW specialty training), • Enlisted: Cryptologic Technician Technical (CTT) “A” School and advanced EW training courses, • U.S. Marine Corps, • Officer: MOS 7532 – Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) Officer Course, • Enlisted: MOS 2761 – Electronic Warfare Technician Course (Also related: 2674 – Signals Intelligence/EW Analyst), • Experience using the following tools and systems:, • SPECTRUM XXI – for frequency assignment and spectrum deconfliction, • Electronic Warfare Integrated Reprogramming Database (EWIRDB) – for threat emitter data and analysis, • Joint Automated Deep Operations Coordination System (JADOCS) or Joint Targeting Toolbox (JTT) – for targeting integration, • Graduate of a formal joint or service planning course, such as: Joint EW Staff Officer Course (JEWSOC); Joint Information Operations Planning Course (JIOPC), • Experience supporting J39 staff at a Combatant Command, Joint Task Force, or Component Command, • Experience supporting campaign assessments, including the development of Measures of Performance (MOP) and Measures of Effectiveness (MOE) aligned to IO planning and operational objectives, • Demonstrated ability to integrate EW with IRCs such as MISO, MILDEC, Cyber, OPSEC, and Public Affairs in support of multi-domain influence and deception operations We are passionate about everything we do.? One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation's security. To expedite your application, provide the following information when you apply: • Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one?, • Total number of years professional experience, • List the highest degree earned and the field of study, • List the second highest degree earned and the field of study

Job Description Title: Senior Mission Systems Technician Reports to: Chief Mission Systems Technician Legal Entity: MSA-ISR Group: Special Air Missions (SAM) Capability Area: Airworthiness - US Level: FLSA Status: Exempt Work Arrangement: On-site Company Overview 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. Headquartered in Washington, DC, Metrea has facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, and beyond. This role sits within the Special Air Missions group of Metrea. Special Air Missions Group (SAM) is responsible for developing and delivering Metrea’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Special Mobility, and Aerial Firefighting (AFF) capabilities. SAM oversees the integration of new mission systems, ensuring operational readiness across specialized aviation operations. It manages fleet maintenance, regulatory compliance, and strategic partnerships to enhance mission effectiveness. By consolidating expertise and infrastructure, SAM ensures Metrea’s airborne capabilities remain adaptable and mission-ready across dynamic operational environments. Position Summary The Mission Systems Technician is a technical specialist responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and lifecycle sustainment of airborne ISR mission systems. This role ensures continuous mission system readiness by performing hands-on troubleshooting, field-level repairs, and system validation. Working independently, the technician supports all aspects of mission equipment lifecycle management - including integration, software updates, and configuration control. This position is critical to delivering a reliable, high-performance ISR capability in support of real-world ISR operations. What You’ll Do • Install, configure, and maintain airborne ISR mission systems, including EO/IR sensor systems, tactical radios, mission computers, radar systems, data link systems, video networks, moving map software, and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) equipment., • Perform pre-mission system checks, field-level troubleshooting, and corrective maintenance to ensure mission readiness., • Perform Windows and Linux system administration tasks, including scripting, log analysis, patch management, and user account management., • Operate and interpret data from test equipment including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, network analyzers, and RF power meters to isolate faults and validate system performance., • Configure and troubleshoot TCP/IP-based mission networks, including static routing, subnetting, VLAN tagging, and secure transport links., • Diagnose and resolve faults across RF, power, and IP-based network interfaces using technical schematics, block diagrams, and support documentation., • Conduct system software loads, firmware updates, and configuration management in accordance with program baselines and security requirements., • Support integration and validation of new hardware or software packages in coordination with engineering and sustainment teams., • Maintain proper handling and accountability of Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI) and mission-critical Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) components., • Ensure compliance with safety, airworthiness, and operational security protocols during all maintenance and system support activities., • Provide detailed technical feedback and field reports to support root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and lifecycle sustainment planning., • Minimum 8 years supporting airborne ISR mission systems, with direct integration or modification experience preferred., • Strong understanding of RF signal paths, IP networking concepts, and mission system interdependencies., • Experience executing software loads, firmware updates, and configuration changes in controlled baseline environments., • Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and integration drawings., • Proficient in RF test equipment usage (spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, network analyzers, & RF power meters)., • Master’s degree or 12 years of relevant experience., • Bachelor’s degree plus 8 years of relevant experience., • DoD 8140IAT Level 2 – IAM Level 1., • Experience mentoring or leading small technical teams., • Must be capable of operating independently with minimal oversight., • Experience with configuration management principles and airworthiness approval processes., • Demonstrated systems thinking and ability to evaluate second- and third-order impacts of decisions. At Metrea, our single core value, Rooted in Humility, and our four cornerstone attributes—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. 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, • AD&D Coverage, • Pet Insurance, • Employee Assistance Program Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Must be a U.S. citizen. Clearance required at time of hire: Active TS/SCI clearance required at time of hire, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment. 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 Metrea Aircraft Integration Center – Tampa, FL Work Environment This job operates in an office and hangar setting. Travel Up to 15% OCONUS travel Up to 15% CONUS travel

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