Instructor - OJT Training (DEN)

Frontier Airlines, Inc.; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Airlines, Inc. is seeking an On-the-Job Instructor (OJI) to support the Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering teams in Denver with hybrid in‑office and travel requirements.

The role focuses on delivering practical, industry‑leading training and ensuring technician readiness across the Airbus fleet. You will report to the Manager‑OJT Training and engage in initial and recurrent practical training, with possible shifts to accommodate maintenance needs.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings is required.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Previous Airbus A320 systems training is preferred.
• Must pass background checks and pre-employment DOT testing.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide formal, structured OJT for aircraft maintenance personnel.
• Perform Run/Taxi/Radio initial and recurrent OJT training on the Airbus fleet.
• Provide hands-on instruction and qualification for ground handling and servicing operations.
• Conduct Airbus systems, avionics, and structures OJT qualification training.
• Promote safety through practical demonstration of compliance.
• Support Aircraft Maintenance Technician and Apprentice initiatives.
• Travel to alternate stations to conduct OJT as needed.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

OJT training

Time management

Detail orientation

Teamwork

Regulatory knowledge

Education

FAA A&P certificate

Airframe & Powerplant ratings

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $81,752 USD to $108,511 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Why Work for Frontier Airlines?

At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline – it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life. Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast-growing route network while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need – saving them money along the way.

What We Stand For

Low Fares Done Right is our mission and we strive to bring it to life every day. Our ‘Done Right’ promise means delivering not only affordable prices, but making travelfriendly and easy for our customers. To do this, we put a great deal of care into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with the use of our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be pioneers – we’re not afraid to try new things. While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves down‑to‑earth in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality.

At Frontier, we like to think we’re creating something very special for our team members. Work is why we’re here, but the perks are nice too:

• Flight benefits for you and your family to fly on Frontier Airlines.
• Buddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so great.
• Discounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises and vacation packages.
• Discounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage and over 2,000 other vendors.
• Enjoy a ‘Dress for your Day’ business casual environment.
• Flexible work schedules that support work/life balance.
• Total Rewards program including a competitive base salary, short term incentives, long-term incentives, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation/sick time and medical/dental/vision insurance that begins the 1 st of the month following your hire date.
• We play our part to make a difference. The HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ non‑profit organization, is dedicated to providing employees financial assistance during catastrophic hardship.

Who We Are

Frontier Airlines is a leading ultra‑low cost carrier headquartered in Denver, Colorado. With a mission to deliver Low Fares Done Right, the company provides affordable, convenient and accessible air travel throughout the U.S., Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America. Frontier’s highly fuel‑efficient, all‑Airbus fleet is among the youngest and most modern of any carrier within the U.S. That, combined with the airline’s many weight‑saving initiatives and focus on operational efficiencies, makes Frontier America’s Greenest Airline.* Each Frontier Airlines plane tail features a special animal with a unique name and backstory. Many of the featured species are endangered or threatened, part of the airline’s commitment to underscore and raise awareness for their plight. Frontier serves approximately 100 destinations throughout North America and operates 500‑plus daily flights, on average. The airline employs more than 7,000 team members and has crew bases in more than a dozen U.S. cities. Frontier Airlines., Inc., is a subsidiary of Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC).

* Frontier is the most fuel‑efficient of all major U.S. carriers when measured by ASMs per fuel gallon consumed.

What Will You Be Doing?

On‑the‑Job Instructor (OJI) is responsible for supplementing classroom instruction by delivering practical training that provides industry leading support for the Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering organizations. The OJI reports to the Manager‑OJT Training, and will support initial and recurrent practical training, along with special projects, as assigned. The OJI delivers hands on training that may require varied shifts to provide the necessary support for the maintenance organization.

Essential Functions

• Provide formal, structured On the Job Training (OJT) for aircraft maintenance personnel.
• Perform Run/Taxi/Radio initial and recurrent OJT training/qualifications on the Airbus fleet.
• Provide hands‑on Instruction and qualification for ground support and servicing operations.
• Conduct Airbus aircraft systems, avionics, and structures OJT qualification training.
• Promote Safety through practical demonstration of compliance.
• Support Aircraft Maintenance Technician and Apprentice Maintenance initiatives.
• Lead by example to promote cultural values of safety, integrity, excellence, and teamwork.
• Travel to alternate stations to conduct OJT as needed.
• Additional duties as required.

Other Functions

• Effectively demonstrate proper use of standard office software and digital aircraft maintenance systems as applicable to the role of an Aviation Maintenance Technician.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and integration of OJT at Frontier Airlines
• Support and promote Tech Ops safety initiatives.
• Document training completion in a Learning Management System.
• Assist in cross‑departmental functions as required by management.

Qualifications

• FAAMechanic Certificate with both Airframeand Powerplant ratings.
• High SchoolDiplomaor GeneralEducationDevelopment(GED)Diploma.
• Previous Airbus A320 systems training (Preferred).
• Previous experience in conducting aviation maintenance on‑the‑job training (preferred).
• Valid US Driver License.
• Able to acquire a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge.Five (5)years of experienceintransport category aircraftmaintenance.
• Must pass background checks and pre‑employment DOT testing.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal communication skills – both verbally and in writing
• Ability to plan and conduct specific OJT training lessons and evaluate technician performance against an established completion standard.
• Highly developed organizational and time management skills.
  • Detailed oriented with a passion for continued process improvements.
  • Familiar with aviation industry regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Able to perform strenuous work requiring lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects in excess of 100lbs. occasionally and objects in excess of 50lbs. regularly.
  • Ability to work well as part of a team.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Demonstrated timeliness and dependability.

Equipment Operated

Standard office computers and equipment, along with standard aircraft maintenance and support tooling and equipment.

• This role will be hybrid, based in Denver, Colorado, with travel requirements up to 50%.
• General office, classroom and field environments
• Provide training in variety of venues ranging from formal classrooms to individual one‑on‑one 'floor' training
• Frequent travel on Frontier’s route system
• Occasional off‑shift assignments and out‑of‑doors assignments for instruction purposes

Physical Effort

Position requires strenuous physical work. Heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently.

Supervision Received

General Direction: The incumbent normally receives little instruction on day‑to‑day work and receives general instructions on new assignments.

Positions Supervised

• None

Please note this role has a closing date of on or before 9/24/26 midnight MST

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.

Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug‑Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety‑sensitive employees are subject to pre‑employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety‑sensitive job applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.

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