Manager, Maintenance Control

Position: Manager, Maintenance Control-Signing Bonus: $20,000
Manager, Maintenance Control (AOG Recovery / MEL-CDL-NEF / Airbus A320) - Denver, CO

Signing Bonus: $20,000
* Own the call. Keep the operation moving. Frontier Airlines is Denver‑based and built on innovation, efficiency, and a culture grounded in safety, teamwork, and sound operational decision‑making.

As Manager, Maintenance Control, you'll lead Maintenance Control during your shift and serve as the decision authority across System Operations Control (SOC), Line Maintenance, Heavy Maintenance, Engineering, Inspection, and Purchasing. You'll manage real-time risk, recovery, and communication, while keeping safety and regulatory compliance at the center of every operational decision.

The Manager, Maintenance Control reports to Frontier's Sr. Manager, Maintenance Control.

Compensation

* Salary Range: $120,000 - $146,157

* Annual Performance Bonus:
Target 10% of base salary (range 0%-20%, based on performance metrics and/or individual objectives)

* Signing Bonus: $20,000 paid after 90 days of employment (minus applicable taxes/with holdings). If you voluntarily end employment or are terminated for cause within 12 months of your start date, you agree to repay a prorated share (1/12 per month remaining).
* * Relocation:
Assistance available

Why you'll love this role:

* High-impact leadership:
You're the operational authority for Maintenance Control on shift, coordinating across SOC and Maintenance teams to protect safety and maintain schedule integrity.

* Real decision-making:
You'll make time-critical calls on AOG recovery, vendor support, and parts purchasing, balancing risk, compliance, and operational realities.

* Build a high-performing team:
Lead scheduling, training, auditing, and performance expectations for Maintenance Control personnel.

What you'll do at Frontier Airlines:

* Lead daily Maintenance Control operations during your shift to support continuous, safe aircraft operations in scheduled service.

* Serve as the primary point of contact for maintenance-driven operational decisions, ensuring consistent communication and coordination across SOC, Line/Heavy Maintenance, Engineering, Inspection, and Purchasing.

* Monitor and manage MEL/CDL/NEF processes for accuracy, including required documentation and system entries (FMIS).

* Drive action plans to reduce maintenance-related delays and cancellations and support reliability-focused improvements.

* Maintain staffing coverage, schedule administration, payroll processing, and day-to-day oversight for Maintenance Control personnel on duty.

* Ensure accurate documentation and retention for on-call/one-time on-call maintenance events, audits, and corrections.

* Act on the company's behalf with authority to discipline, discharge (in extenuating circumstances), or recommend same when company policy/procedure or established practices have been violated.

* Maintain the authority to ground any aircraft when deemed absolutely necessary.

What you'll bring to Frontier Airlines:

* FAA certificated mechanic with Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) ratings

* Minimum 5 years of combined Line Maintenance and/or Heavy Maintenance experience

* Minimum 2 years of Maintenance Control experience

* Minimum 3 years in a supervisory/management role in a Maintenance Operations environment

* Working knowledge of Airbus A320 family aircraft

* Demonstrated knowledge of airline maintenance operations and ability to plan, organize, and delegate responsibilities

* Proven leadership, motivational, and organizational skills

* Must successfully complete all company required training and demonstrate behavior aligned with company core values

* Preferred:
Four-year college degree; FCC Radio License

What you'll get:

* Flight benefits for you and your family on Frontier Airlines

* Buddy passes for friends

* Discounts across travel + 2,000+ vendors

* Total Rewards including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation/sick time, and medical/dental/vision starting the 1st of the month after hire

* HOPE League assistance during catastrophic hardship

Work Environment & Team

* Equipment Operated:
Standard office equipment

* Work Environment:
Typical office environment

* Physical Effort:
Generally, not required

* Positions Supervised:
Maintena…