What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transitioning Military A&P Technician Pathway position at Test Frontier Job Board?
Frontier Airlines: Where Safety, Service, and Adventure Take Flight
Your First Steps with Frontier: Transitioning Military A&P Technician Pathway Program
The TMTP Program: How you’ll transition*
- Apply at FlyFrontier.com
- 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
Pay & Premiums
Base rate: $29.39/hr. (increases to $29.90/hr. after 90 days)
$1.20/hour Airframe (A) $1.20/hour Powerplant (P)
- $1.00/hr. Run/Taxi qualified (after training)
- $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)
Why You’ll Love This Role
Turn your military aircraft maintenance experience into a civilian career as a Licensed A&P Mechanic at Frontier. This 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
- 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
- Perform interior removals/repairs/installs (seats, galleys, lavatories, panels, flooring)
- May require additional qualifications (e.g., Airframe rating and/or differences training) based on assignment
- 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 (report lost/found tools immediately) and “clean as you go” housekeeping standards
- Use maintenance systems and documentation practices to support safe, compliant operations
- Operate GSE and airport vehicles when authorized/qualified (movement area rules apply)
- Obtain engine run/taxi qualification and support AOG assignments as required by the labor agreement
- Flight perks and privileges on Frontier Airlines and 100 partner airlines for you and eligible family members
- Buddy passes for friends
- Discounts on hotels, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages
- Lifestyle savings on phone plans, restaurants, movie tickets, luggage, and 2,000 vendors
- Paid holidays and vacation/sick time
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month after hire
- Financial assistance through the HOPE League
- Opportunities for volunteering and community service
Workplace Policies
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.
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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.
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