Sr Manager - Flight Ops AQP NonPilot

$151,824 - $201,520/Yr

Frontier Airlines - Aurora, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Aurora, CO

Air Transportation

About the position

The Sr. Manager, Flight Operations AQP (Non-Pilot) at Frontier Airlines is responsible for the development, implementation, and certification of Advanced Qualification Programs (AQP) for pilot, instructor, and evaluator training. This role ensures compliance with FAA regulations and utilizes best practices in instructional system design to enhance training efficiency and effectiveness. The position involves collaboration with various stakeholders, including the FAA, to maintain high training standards and operational safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and approve AQP for pilots, instructors, and evaluators as delegated by the Director, Flight Ops Training.
• Maintain required documentation of AQP policies and procedures.
• Manage and execute AQP in accordance with FAA regulations.
• Collaborate with the FAA and serve as a subject matter expert for internal and external audits.
• Establish Instructional Systems Design Methodology for curriculum development.
• Implement innovative methods and technologies into training development.
• Analyze and evaluate internal and external audits to ensure program supports operational complexities and risks.
• Work closely with the Director, Flight Operations Training on curriculum development.
• Implement a systematic approach for assessing and documenting items through the SMS for integration into AQP.
• Conduct, analyze, and submit training data for FAA reporting.
• Coordinate and manage required FAA communications, including standardization meetings.
• Correspond and coordinate with internal groups, FAA, ALPA, and other organizations as required.
• Establish and manage a team to execute AQP.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with the development and management of 14 CFR 121 Air Carrier Training and Evaluation Programs.
• Minimum 2 years training experience in Transport Category Aircraft (preferred).
• Knowledge of FAA AQP documents (e.g., AC 120-54, FAR Subpart Y, 8900.1 Vol 3, Chap 21).
• At least five (5) years of experience in developing AQP systems with at least two AQP programs in Phase IV of AQP.
• Experience with Small Group Tryouts as mandated by AQP (preferred).
• Experience with Data Analysis and Reporting Systems.
• Previous management experience (preferred).
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of management and employees.
• Appropriate Airman and Aircraft certification.
• Experience working with the FAA and other regulatory agencies.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with MINT TMS (preferred).

Benefits

• Flight benefits for employees and their families.
• Buddy passes for friends.
• Discounts on hotels, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages.
• Discounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage, and over 2,000 other vendors.
• 'Dress for your Day' business casual environment.
• Flexible work schedules for work/life balance.
• Total Rewards program including competitive salary, short and long-term incentives, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation/sick time, and medical/dental/vision insurance starting the 1st of the month after hire.
• Financial assistance during catastrophic hardship through the HOPE League.