Manager — Material Services (Denver, CO)

Manager — Material Services  

Denver, CO 
Denver International Airport (DEN) 
Salary range:  $72,000–$96,331

Keep the operation supplied and ready 

As Manager — Material Services, you’ll lead the people, processes and inventory operations that support Frontier’s aircraft maintenance organization at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. 

You’ll oversee Material Services Supervisors and Specialists across multiple shifts, balancing staffing with the daily demands of receiving, shipping and issuing high-value aircraft assets. You’ll also help ensure inventory transactions are accurate, regulatory requirements are met and the right parts and tooling are available to support Frontier’s operation. 

Why this role matters 
Aircraft maintenance depends on having the right materials in the right place at the right time. This role helps ensure Frontier’s teams have the parts, tooling and inventory support they need while protecting the accuracy, compliance and accountability of multi-million-dollar assets. 

Leadership scope 
This role leads Material Services Supervisors and provides indirect oversight to Material Specialists and Lead Material Specialists. 

What to expect 
This is an on-site operational leadership role based at Denver International Airport (DEN). 

The role supports a multi-shift materials operation and may include coordinating aircraft parts and tooling between the hangar and flight line as well as escorting delivery vehicles within SIDA-controlled areas. 

What you’ll lead 

Lead Material Services operations 

• Direct Material Services Supervisors and Material Specialists in daily inventory, shipping and receiving activities. 
• Manage staffing, workflow and scheduling across multiple shifts. 
• Help ensure employees are properly trained, qualified and current for assigned responsibilities. 
• Lead Material Services Supervisors and provide indirect oversight to Material Specialists. 
• Coordinate with departments and vendors to support Frontier’s daily operational requirements. 

Protect inventory accuracy and compliance 

• Maintain a high level of accuracy and regulatory compliance across inventory transactions. 
• Monitor inventory-control processes and procedures at stations supported by contracted Materials personnel. 
• Provide training and support to contracted teams as needed. 
• Maintain warehouse operations and standards. 
• Coordinate the movement of aircraft parts and tooling between the hangar and flight line. 

Improve performance and efficiency 

• Develop and implement practices that strengthen service to internal customers. 
• Monitor departmental performance standards. 
• Partner with the Inventory Analyst to prepare metrics and management reports. 
• Identify opportunities to use technology to improve efficiency and transaction accuracy. 
• Provide cross-training and job-rotation opportunities when appropriate. 

Support safety management 

• Coordinate assigned Safety Management System activities. 
• Support SMS development, implementation, maintenance and integration. 
• Identify hazards and participate in safety-risk assessments and change management. 
• Monitor the effectiveness of safety-risk controls and promote safe practices. 
• Support required safety-performance expectations and risk-management thresholds. 

What you’ll bring  

Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Five or more years of experience in a multi-site warehouse environment. 
• At least two years of experience in a materials environment. 
• At least three years of experience managing or supervising direct reports. 
• Inventory-control experience. 
• Valid driver’s license. 
• Ability to obtain required SIDA driving privileges. 
• Ability to work effectively across departments and with vendors. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects. 
• Ability to work with union representatives and support applicable agreements. 

Preferred 

• Master’s degree. 
• Previous airline or aviation-industry experience. 

Support for work, life and travel 

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 

Working at Frontier Airlines 
At Frontier Airlines, our mission is to 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. 

About Frontier Airlines 
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
At Frontier Airlines, we wholeheartedly support and have a strong commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action. Frontier is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender variance, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military, veteran status, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.  

Diversity is an essential part of our success. Our company flourishes because of the unique backgrounds, skills and ideas that our team members contribute every day. We salute and actively recruit veterans. Military experience is valuable and transferable to many of the positions essential to the operations of our airline.  

Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug-Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety-sensitive employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety-sensitive job 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.  

Disclaimer: 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.  

Salary : $72,000 - $96,331