Manager — MEL Program Office

Frontier Airlines; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings options

Paid holidays and vacation

Travel privileges on Frontier Airlines

Buddy passes

Employee discounts

Job summary

Frontier Airlines is seeking a Manager for the MEL Program Office in Denver to lead MEL, CDL, NEF, and TDI program efforts, ensuring alignment with FAA requirements and Frontier policies. You will oversee documentation, revisions, and cross‑functional coordination to keep programs current and compliant.

The role requires extensive airline maintenance experience, strong communication, and the ability to liaise with the FAA and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Valid FAA A&P certificate.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 7+ years airline or transport-category aircraft experience.
• 5+ years Airbus aircraft experience.
• 5+ years MEL manuals experience.
• 5+ years aircraft maintenance-program or technical-writing experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and independent work capability.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for overnight duties.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation and maintenance of MEL, CDL, NEF and TDI program materials.
• Develop specifications, limitations, placards and procedures.
• Prioritize internal MEL and CDL revisions and liaise with FAA.
• Coordinate publication of updated MEL/ CDL/ NEF manuals.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with Frontier policies.
• Support safety programs and incident investigations.
• Lead communication with MEL Steering Committee and industry partners.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

FAA A&P certificate

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Aviation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat Pro

XML knowledge

Job description

Manager — MEL Program Office
Denver, CO
Salary range: $100,104–$132,870

Overview

As Manager — MEL Program Office, you’ll lead Frontier’s Minimum Equipment List (MEL) program and related Configuration Deviation List (CDL), Non-Essential Equipment and Furnishings (NEF), and Time Deferred Items (TDI) programs. You’ll manage the creation, maintenance, and revision of these programs and associated manuals, ensuring they remain aligned with FAA requirements, manufacturer documentation, Frontier policies, and operational needs.

This role serves as a central technical and regulatory resource for MEL-related issues, working across Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, the FAA, and industry partners to resolve questions, maintain program currency, and support safe aircraft operations.

Responsibilities

What you’ll lead

• Manage the creation and maintenance of Frontier’s MEL, MEL Management Manuals, CDL, NEF, and TDI program materials.
• Develop and administer program specifications, limitations, placards, maintenance procedures, crew operating procedures, and other applicable restrictions.
• Manage and prioritize internal MEL and CDL revisions.
• Review Master MEL changes and determine required updates to Frontier’s MEL, CDL, and NEF programs.
• Coordinate publication of MEL, CDL, NEF, and related manuals.

Manage regulatory compliance and approvals

• Ensure program changes meet applicable regulatory requirements and align with Frontier standards and policies.
• Coordinate revision requests and support timely FAA approval.
• Serve as a primary liaison with the FAA on MEL, CDL, NEF, and TDI matters.
• Schedule and facilitate FAA meetings related to program revisions, temporary revisions, and regulatory issues.
• Provide corrective actions for deficiencies identified by the FAA or internal investigations.
• Coordinate with applicable industry and regulatory partners on MMEL proposals and program matters.

Resolve technical and operational issues

• Serve as a central resource for MEL, CDL, NEF, and TDI manual questions.
• Resolve MEL dispatch considerations when interpretation or clarification is required.
• Ensure program requirements interface appropriately with Maintenance and Operations functions, Aircraft Flight Manual limitations, emergency procedures, and Airworthiness Directives.
• Support Maintenance Control with required FMIS task entries and updates.
• Coordinate with Frontier Supplemental Type Certificate partners to maintain program currency.

Lead program coordination and communication

• Lead MEL Capture Coordinator personnel in monitoring, reporting, and coordinating actions needed to restore aircraft to type design.
• Provide technical, operational, and policy support to Frontier’s MEL Steering Committee.
• Facilitate quarterly and ad hoc MEL Steering Committee meetings, including scheduling, preparation, and meeting documentation.
• Develop program communications, including summaries of changes and revision notices.
• Represent Frontier in applicable industry activities related to MMEL programs.

Support safety and program readiness

• Identify and report safety concerns, incidents, and hazards through appropriate Frontier reporting channels.
• Support Frontier’s Safety Management System and applicable safety-accountability requirements.
• Maintain required training and qualifications for assigned responsibilities.
• Stay current on applicable company policies, procedures, regulations, and risk controls.

Requirements/Qualifications

Required

• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least seven years of airline or transport-category aircraft experience.
• At least five years of Airbus aircraft experience.
• At least five years of experience working with MEL manuals in support of aircraft operations.
• At least five years of aircraft maintenance-program or technical-writing experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
• Capacity to work independently in a highly accountable environment.
• Availability for occasional overnight travel, approximately 10%.
• Ability to meet applicable background-check and pre-employment testing requirements.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Engineering or another applicable discipline.
• Commercial or private pilot license.
• XML application knowledge.

Benefits

Frontier offers benefits, programs, and travel privileges designed to support eligible employees at work and beyond. Availability may vary by role, employment status, eligibility, location, schedule, applicable policies, and current plan details.

Depending on role and eligibility, available benefits and programs may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings options
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time
• Travel privileges on Frontier Airlines and participating partner airlines, based on current program rules and availability
• Buddy passes, based on eligibility and program rules
• Travel-related discounts and employee discounts on select products, services, and vendors
• Employee support programs and resources, including the HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ nonprofit organization

About Frontier Airlines

At Frontier Airlines, our mission is Make Every Flight Count. Whether you support flights, customers, aircraft, or the teams behind the operation, your work helps deliver a safe, reliable, and value-focused travel experience.

Our work is guided by four core values: customer first, safety always, operational excellence, and one team.

Frontier Airlines is a Denver-based airline serving destinations across the United States and select international markets. Our teams span flight crews, airport operations, aircraft maintenance, customer support, corporate functions, and more. We focus on making travel accessible, practical, and easy to personalize while supporting a safe, reliable, and efficient airline operation.

Workplace Policies

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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 employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids, and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any 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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