Transitioning Military A&P Technician Pathway

Description

Transitioning Military A&P Technician Pathway Full-Time | Union Aircraft Maintenance Role - Base pay: $32.00 per hour - Additional hourly premiums, as applicable: - $6.00/hour: Airframe (A) license and Powerplant (P) license - $1.00/hour: Run/Taxi qualified after training - $1.00/hour: Graveyard shift differential - Pre-employment sign-on bonus: $10,000 for eligible program participants, subject to program terms and conditions Take your military maintenance experience to the flight line Frontier’s Transitioning Military A&P Technician Pathway helps eligible military aircraft maintenance technicians move into a civilian career as a Licensed A&P Mechanic. We’ll help guide you through the FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification process, including FAA Form 8610-2 eligibility, and prepare you to maintain Frontier’s Airbus A320-family fleet in a safety-focused, union maintenance environment. How the pathway works - Apply to Frontier’s Transitioning Military A&P Technician Pathway. - Verify FAA Form 8610-2 eligibility with Frontier Recruiting. If you do not have it yet, we’ll help guide you through the process. - Interview with Frontier Maintenance. - Complete the Frontier employment process and applicable program documentation. - Attend a fast-track preparation course at a Frontier-approved location. - Complete applicable certification and program requirements, then report to your assigned base to begin your career as a Licensed A&P Mechanic. Program terms and conditions apply. What you’ll do As a Frontier A&P Mechanic, you’ll help keep our Airbus A320-family fleet safe, compliant and ready to fly. - Perform inspections, troubleshooting, repairs and aircraft maintenance in accordance with FAA regulations, Frontier procedures and approved maintenance documentation. - Support scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and help return aircraft safely to service. - Follow applicable MEL/CDL/NEF procedures and approved maintenance requirements. - Complete required logbook entries, work cards and maintenance system documentation accurately. - Follow strict tool-control and housekeeping standards. - Operate Ground Support Equipment and airport vehicles when trained, authorized and qualified. - Support Aircraft on Ground (AOG) assignments and field trips as required by the applicable labor agreement. What you’ll need - Meet applicable FAA A&P requirements, including FAA Form 8610-2 eligibility, and complete the TMTP pathway. An A&P certificate is required for the Licensed A&P Mechanic role. - Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to obtain required airport and Frontier driving endorsements. - Ability to obtain taxi and engine run-up qualification within six months of assignment to Line Maintenance, as directed. - Ability to complete required aircraft differences training, as assigned. - Two or more years of aircraft maintenance experience on Airbus A320-family aircraft or similar large aircraft, including work such as inspections, engine changes, landing gear, structural repairs, flight-control rigging or component maintenance, or completion of an FAA-accredited A&P mechanic training program. - Ability to lift more than 50 pounds frequently and more than 100 pounds occasionally. If assigned to Interior Crew: Responsibilities may include removal, repair and installation of seats, galleys, lavatories, panels and flooring. Additional qualifications, including an Airframe rating and/or differences training, may be required based on assignment. $10,000 pre-employment sign-on bonus Eligible candidates accepted into the program may receive a $10,000 pre-employment sign-on bonus, subject to program terms and conditions. The bonus requires a three-year commitment. If employment ends before the commitment period is completed, the full bonus amount plus interest will be due. What to expect This is a full-time union aircraft maintenance role. Schedule, shift assignments and many work rules are determined by seniority in accordance with the applicable labor agreement. The role includes hands-on maintenance in line-maintenance and hangar environments, physical work, strict tool-control requirements, use of maintenance systems and documentation, and AOG travel or field assignments as required. Why this pathway matters Your military aircraft maintenance experience provides a strong foundation for a civilian aviation career. This pathway helps eligible technicians navigate the FAA A&P process and prepare to maintain Frontier’s Airbus fleet. 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 an