Transitioning Military A&P Technician Pathway

Transitioning Military A&P Technician Pathway

Job Category: Maintenance

Requisition Number: APMEC
003999

• Posted :
  October 28, 2025
• Full-Time

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Sky Harbor Airport F9
3400 Sky Harbor Blvd
Terminal 3
Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA

Dallas Int'l Airport F9
Terminal E Gate 32
2619 N International Parkway
DFW Airport, TX 75261, USA

$10,000 pre-employment sign-on bonus (terms apply)

Frontier Airlines:
Where Safety, Service, and Adventure Take Flight

Job details:
Full-time union aircraft maintenance role (schedule / shift and many work rules are determined by seniority). AOG travel / field trips may be required per the labor agreement.

Your First Steps with Frontier: Transitioning Military A&P Technician Pathway Program

This pathway helps you move into a Frontier Airlines Licensed A&P Mechanic role. We’ll guide you through the FAA A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) process (including 8610-2 eligibility) and prepare you to maintain Frontier’s Airbus A320-family fleet in a fast-paced airline environment, focused on safety, compliance, and quality.

The TMTP Program: How you’ll transition*

• Verify FAA Form 8610-2 eligibility with Frontier Recruiting (if you don’t have it yet, we’ll guide you)
• Interview with Frontier Maintenance
• Accept employment in the Frontier system
• Receive a Conditional Job Offer (CJO) + pre-employment sign‑on bonus (terms apply)
• Attend a fast-track prep course at a Frontier‑approved location
• Report to your assigned base and start your career as a Licensed Technician / A&P Mechanic

* Terms and conditions apply.

Pay & Premiums

Base rate: $29.39/hr. (increases to $29.90/hr. after 90 days)

Premiums (as applicable):

• +$1.20/hour Airframe (A) + $1.20/hour Powerplant (P)
• +$1.00/hr graveyard shift
• +$0.75/hr. 3+ years Airbus experience + Gen Fam certified (or after training)
• +$0.75/hr. 3+ years Airbus experience + Troubleshooting certified (or after training)

Program bonus: Eligible candidates accepted into the program may receive a $10,000 pre-employment sign‑on bonus (terms apply). Bonus requires a 3-year commitment; if employment ends before the commitment period, the full bonus amount plus interest is due.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Turn your military aircraft maintenance experience into a civilian career as a Licensed A&P Mechanic s pathway supports your FAA A&P journey (including 8610-2 eligibility guidance), prepares you to work on our Airbus A320-family fleet, and may include a $10,000 pre-employment sign‑on bonus (terms apply), all in a safety‑first, union environment built for long-term stability.

What You’ll Do

• Make every departure safer. Perform and verify maintenance to FAA and Frontier standards
• Solve real problems in real time. Troubleshoot, repair, and get aircraft back in service
• Close the loop. Precise records, logbook/work card accuracy, and FMIS entries (as applicable)
• Work by the book: MEL/CDL/NEF compliance and approved procedures (no unauthorized deviations)
• Keep the ramp safe and sharp:
  Tool control, housekeeping, qualified GSE/run/taxi, and AOG support as needed

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Meet FAA A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) requirements, including FAA Form 8610-2 eligibility, and complete the TMTP pathway (A&P certificate required for Licensed A&P Mechanic role)
• Maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license and obtain required airport/Frontier driving endorsements
• Obtain taxi and engine run-up qualification within 6 months of assignment to Line Maintenance (as directed)
• Complete required differences training (as assigned)
• Experience:
  
  2+ years aircraft maintenance on Airbus A320-family or similar large aircraft (checks, engine changes, landing gear, structural repairs, flight control rigging, component maintenance) OR completion of an FAA-accredited A&P mechanic training program
• Physical:
  Lift 50+ lbs. frequently and 100+ lbs. occasionally

If Assigned:
Interior Crew Mechanic

• May require additional qualifications (e.g., Airframe rating and/or differences training) based on assignment

What to Expect in this Role

• Hands‑on aircraft maintenance in line maintenance / hangar environments, aligned with FAA regulations and Frontier procedures
• Physical work: lift 50+ lbs. frequently and 100+ lbs. occasionally
• Strict tool control…