{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bb95bd2a138ea7b7d72fbe8d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bb95bd2a138ea7b7d72fbe8d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bb95bd2a138ea7b7d72fbe8d","title":"Manager - Fleet Reliability Engineering","description":"Why Work for Frontier Airlines?\nAt 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.\nWhat We Stand For\nLow 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 travel friendly 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.\nWork Perks\nAt 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:\nFlight benefits for you and your family to fly on Frontier Airlines.\nBuddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so great.\nDiscounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises and vacation packages.\nDiscounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage and over 2,000 other vendors.\nEnjoy a ‘Dress for your Day’ business casual environment.\nFlexible work schedules that support work/life balance.\nTotal 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 1st of the month following your hire date.\nWe 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.\nWho We Are\nFrontier 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).\nFrontier is the most fuel-efficient of all major U.S. carriers when measured by ASMs per fuel gallon consumed.\nWhat Will You Be Doing?\nThe Manager, Fleet Reliability Engineering provides leadership, direction, and oversight for Frontier’s Fleet Reliability and Configuration Engineering functions. This position defines and manages objectives, policies, processes, and standards related to aircraft reliability, configuration accuracy, technical data integrity, and engineering documentation. The role ensures full compliance with FAA regulations and supports overall fleet performance through data‑driven analysis, engineering oversight, and cross‑departmental coordination.\nEssential Functions\nManage, monitor, and coordinate all fleet reliability initiatives, including analysis of reliability trends, root‑cause identification, and development of corrective actions to improve aircraft availability and reduce out‑of‑service events.\nLead reliability improvement projects by generating business cases, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring timely and effective execution.\nOversee the preparation, presentation, and maintenance of recurring reliability reporting, including monthly fleet reliability summaries, initiative progress updates, and assessments of program effectiveness.\nDirect and oversee engineering research and analysis of new or updated components using IPCs, ADs, SBs, technical drawings, and regulatory data to maintain the accuracy of FMIS, IPC Supplements, and engineering documentation.\nManage configuration accuracy across the fleet by updating FMIS configuration records, ensuring correct effectivity/interchangeability, editing entries to resolve discrepancies, and facilitating creation of engineering controls such as FMIS ECs, SB/VSB tracking items, and PCRs.\nReview, update, and approve engineering documents—including EAs, EOs, FCDs, Engineering Specifications, Engineering Drawings, and PCRs—to support fleet updates and maintain both configuration control and operational reliability.\nEnsure regulatory and technical compliance by interpreting and reviewing 14 CFR requirements, ADs, SBs, FCDs, engineering documents, and vendor technical materials to validate accuracy and substantiation.\nOversee periodic audits of configuration and supplemental data to verify consistency with actual fleet status and ensure compliance with engineering changes across all disciplines.\nCoordinate with Maintenance, Planning, Materials, Engineering, OEMs, vendors, and lessors to maintain alignment between the Maintenance Program and evolving aircraft, assembly, and component modification statuses.\nProvide engineering and configuration support for Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations and assist maintenance teams with retrieval, interpretation, and analysis of aircraft reliability and configuration information.\nManage vendor technical and contractual obligations by ensuring compliance with engineering and regulatory requirements, verifying technical documentation quality, and coordinating with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.\nEnsure proper documentation, traceability, and authorization of aircraft parts, including configuration lineage and effectivity validation.\nParticipate in and lead efforts to improve Engineering department processes, documentation quality, data accuracy, and overall efficiency.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nOther Functions\nModify, review, and approve Frontier Engineering Component Configuration documentation\nModify ,review and approve Component Configuration settings in FMIS\nGenerate, review, and approve Publication Change Requests (PCRs) to modify maintenance documentation\nCreate, modify, review and approve SB and VSB tracking items in FMIS\nOversee the review and analysis of RIL and Parts Pool Configuration Change Requests\nGenerate requisitions in FMIS and engineering documentation for acquisition of required items related to regulatory and company requirements\nServes as a delegate for Airframe and Powerplant Manager approvals.\nAuthority\nAuthority to revise and modify engineering documents and FMIS entries in accordance with company processes.\nAuthority to conduct OJT training for department personnel.\nEngineering Management signature authority.\nSignature authority in the Director’s absence, within delegated limits.\n\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree preferred; minimum of associates degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aviation Technology or a related field; combination of relevant education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree\nMinimum of 7 years experience in a 121 airline environment Technical Services / Engineering department or comparable maintenance experience.\nValid FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) rating may be accepted in lieu of degree, with equivalent experience\nEducation in or experience with Quality Systems preferred though not required.\nPrior 121 airline experience strongly preferred\nPrevious management experience preferred.\nMust demonstrate behavior that portrays the company core values of Safety, Respect, Trust, Collaboration, Value, and Passion while communicating with personnel and acting on behalf of the Company.\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities\nStrong analytical skills\nProficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel)\nDetailed knowledge of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations\nExcellent oral and written communication skills\nHigh level of technical writing skills\nExcellent organization and time management skills\nExcellent problem-solving skills\nAbility to make sound decisions quickly\nAbility to work extended hours and weekends as required by management for project completion and to support operations\nEquipment Operated\nStandard office equipment, including PC, copier, printer\nWork Environment\nTypical office environment, adequately heated and cooled\nPhysical Effort\nGenerally, not required.\nSupervision Received\nConsiderable Latitude: The incumbent establishes methods and procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives, and receives guidance in terms of broad goals. Only the final results of work are typically reviewed.\nPositions Supervised\nEngineer II, Reliability and Configuration\nEngineer, Configuration Control\nSupervisor, Engineering Configuration Control\nAnalyst, Configuration Control\nSr. Analyst, Reliability\nSalary Range - $110,114 - $146,157\nPlease note: This posting has a closing date of 9/10/2026 midnight MT.\nWorkplace Policies\nDisclaimer: 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.\nFrontier 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.\nFrontier 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.\nColorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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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.\nWhat We Stand For\nLow 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 travel friendly 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.\nWork Perks\nAt 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:\nFlight benefits for you and your family to fly on Frontier Airlines.\nBuddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so great.\nDiscounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises and vacation packages.\nDiscounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage and over 2,000 other vendors.\nEnjoy a ‘Dress for your Day’ business casual environment.\nFlexible work schedules that support work/life balance.\nTotal 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 1st of the month following your hire date.\nWe 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.\nWho We Are\nFrontier 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).\nFrontier is the most fuel-efficient of all major U.S. carriers when measured by ASMs per fuel gallon consumed.\nWhat Will You Be Doing?\nThe Manager, Fleet Reliability Engineering provides leadership, direction, and oversight for Frontier’s Fleet Reliability and Configuration Engineering functions. This position defines and manages objectives, policies, processes, and standards related to aircraft reliability, configuration accuracy, technical data integrity, and engineering documentation. The role ensures full compliance with FAA regulations and supports overall fleet performance through data‑driven analysis, engineering oversight, and cross‑departmental coordination.\nEssential Functions\nManage, monitor, and coordinate all fleet reliability initiatives, including analysis of reliability trends, root‑cause identification, and development of corrective actions to improve aircraft availability and reduce out‑of‑service events.\nLead reliability improvement projects by generating business cases, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring timely and effective execution.\nOversee the preparation, presentation, and maintenance of recurring reliability reporting, including monthly fleet reliability summaries, initiative progress updates, and assessments of program effectiveness.\nDirect and oversee engineering research and analysis of new or updated components using IPCs, ADs, SBs, technical drawings, and regulatory data to maintain the accuracy of FMIS, IPC Supplements, and engineering documentation.\nManage configuration accuracy across the fleet by updating FMIS configuration records, ensuring correct effectivity/interchangeability, editing entries to resolve discrepancies, and facilitating creation of engineering controls such as FMIS ECs, SB/VSB tracking items, and PCRs.\nReview, update, and approve engineering documents—including EAs, EOs, FCDs, Engineering Specifications, Engineering Drawings, and PCRs—to support fleet updates and maintain both configuration control and operational reliability.\nEnsure regulatory and technical compliance by interpreting and reviewing 14 CFR requirements, ADs, SBs, FCDs, engineering documents, and vendor technical materials to validate accuracy and substantiation.\nOversee periodic audits of configuration and supplemental data to verify consistency with actual fleet status and ensure compliance with engineering changes across all disciplines.\nCoordinate with Maintenance, Planning, Materials, Engineering, OEMs, vendors, and lessors to maintain alignment between the Maintenance Program and evolving aircraft, assembly, and component modification statuses.\nProvide engineering and configuration support for Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations and assist maintenance teams with retrieval, interpretation, and analysis of aircraft reliability and configuration information.\nManage vendor technical and contractual obligations by ensuring compliance with engineering and regulatory requirements, verifying technical documentation quality, and coordinating with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.\nEnsure proper documentation, traceability, and authorization of aircraft parts, including configuration lineage and effectivity validation.\nParticipate in and lead efforts to improve Engineering department processes, documentation quality, data accuracy, and overall efficiency.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nOther Functions\nModify, review, and approve Frontier Engineering Component Configuration documentation\nModify ,review and approve Component Configuration settings in FMIS\nGenerate, review, and approve Publication Change Requests (PCRs) to modify maintenance documentation\nCreate, modify, review and approve SB and VSB tracking items in FMIS\nOversee the review and analysis of RIL and Parts Pool Configuration Change Requests\nGenerate requisitions in FMIS and engineering documentation for acquisition of required items related to regulatory and company requirements\nServes as a delegate for Airframe and Powerplant Manager approvals.\nAuthority\nAuthority to revise and modify engineering documents and FMIS entries in accordance with company processes.\nAuthority to conduct OJT training for department personnel.\nEngineering Management signature authority.\nSignature authority in the Director’s absence, within delegated limits.\n\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree preferred; minimum of associates degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aviation Technology or a related field; combination of relevant education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree\nMinimum of 7 years experience in a 121 airline environment Technical Services / Engineering department or comparable maintenance experience.\nValid FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) rating may be accepted in lieu of degree, with equivalent experience\nEducation in or experience with Quality Systems preferred though not required.\nPrior 121 airline experience strongly preferred\nPrevious management experience preferred.\nMust demonstrate behavior that portrays the company core values of Safety, Respect, Trust, Collaboration, Value, and Passion while communicating with personnel and acting on behalf of the Company.\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities\nStrong analytical skills\nProficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel)\nDetailed knowledge of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations\nExcellent oral and written communication skills\nHigh level of technical writing skills\nExcellent organization and time management skills\nExcellent problem-solving skills\nAbility to make sound decisions quickly\nAbility to work extended hours and weekends as required by management for project completion and to support operations\nEquipment Operated\nStandard office equipment, including PC, copier, printer\nWork Environment\nTypical office environment, adequately heated and cooled\nPhysical Effort\nGenerally, not required.\nSupervision Received\nConsiderable Latitude: The incumbent establishes methods and procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives, and receives guidance in terms of broad goals. Only the final results of work are typically reviewed.\nPositions Supervised\nEngineer II, Reliability and Configuration\nEngineer, Configuration Control\nSupervisor, Engineering Configuration Control\nAnalyst, Configuration Control\nSr. Analyst, Reliability\nSalary Range - $110,114 - $146,157\nPlease note: This posting has a closing date of 9/10/2026 midnight MT.\nWorkplace Policies\nDisclaimer: 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.\nFrontier 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.\nFrontier 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.\nColorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.","datePosted":"2026-08-07T09:52:36.822Z","dateModified":"2026-08-07T09:52:36.822Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Frontierairlines","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Denver","addressRegion":"CO","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"bb95bd2a138ea7b7d72fbe8d"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bb95bd2a138ea7b7d72fbe8d"}}