A&P Aircraft Mechanic

A&P Aircraft Mechanic (Dallas/Fort Worth, TX) 

Location: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), Texas 

Shift: Varies based on business needs. Schedules are awarded through a union shift bid process by seniority. Recruiters and hiring leaders will review shift details during the pre-screen and interview process. 

Bring your A&P. We’ll bring the Airbus. 
As an A&P Aircraft Mechanic at Frontier Airlines in Dallas/Fort Worth, you’ll maintain our Airbus A320 fleet to Frontier procedures and FAA standards, helping keep aircraft safe, compliant and departure-ready. 

We fly because you make it possible. 

Compensation 
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 

Premiums may be stackable depending on qualifications and shift. 

Why you’ll love this role 

• Airbus A320 work with real impact: Help keep Frontier aircraft safe, compliant and departure-ready while supporting reliable operations. 
• Build skills and earn more: Complete hands-on training and build qualifications that may provide additional premium-pay opportunities. 
• Work directly on the operation: Your work helps keep aircraft moving safely and supports every Frontier flight departing the station. 

We fly because you make it possible. 

What you’ll do at Frontier Airlines 

• Perform A&P aircraft maintenance on Airbus A320-series or similar transport-category aircraft in compliance with FAA regulations (FARs) and Frontier procedures. 
• Perform and assist with approved maintenance work during the scheduled shift. 
• Document inspections, repairs and component work in required aircraft maintenance records, logbooks, work cards and maintenance tracking systems. 
• Comply with MEL/CDL/NEF program requirements and make FMIS entries as required. 
• Maintain strong housekeeping, FOD awareness and positive tool control to support safety and operational readiness. 
• Research information and materials required for scheduled aircraft work. 
• Operate ground support equipment (GSE) and airport-qualified vehicles when properly qualified and authorized. 
• Perform engine runs and aircraft taxi when trained, qualified and authorized. 
• Coordinate maintenance activities with the lead mechanic or station supervisor. 
• Complete required maintenance training and maintain required qualifications. 
• Follow approved published procedures unless a proper deviation has been authorized. 
• For Interior Crew assignments, remove, repair and reinstall aircraft interiors including seats, galleys, lavatories, sidewalls, ceilings and flooring. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

What you’ll bring to Frontier Airlines 

• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings. 
• Ability to acquire, hold, maintain and use a valid motor vehicle driver’s license. 
• Two (2) years of experience performing maintenance in areas such as maintenance checks, engine changes, landing gear changes, structural repairs, flight control rigging or component maintenance on A320-series or similar large aircraft, or successful completion of an accredited A&P mechanic training course. 
• When directed by management, ability to obtain taxi and run-up qualification on all aircraft types within six months of assignment in Line Maintenance. 

If you’re safety-driven and proud of the work you sign, we’d love to meet you. Apply today. 

Interior Crew Mechanic (Airframe): Additional Qualifications 

• FAA certificated mechanic with Airframe rating. 
• Two (2) years of experience performing maintenance in one or more of the following areas on A320-series or similar large aircraft: maintenance checks, engine changes, landing gear replacement, structural repairs, flight control rigging or component maintenance, or successful completion of an accredited A&P mechanic training course. 
• When directed by management, must obtain taxi and run-up qualification on all aircraft types within six months of assignment in Line Maintenance. 
• Must have the ability to complete differences training. 
• Must demonstrate behavior consistent with applicable company standards and expectations while communicating with personnel and acting on behalf of Frontier. 
• Must have the ability to plan, organize and administer assigned workloads. 
• Position requires extremely strenuous physical work involving objects weighing more than 100 pounds occasionally and more than 50 pounds frequently. 

Work Sponsorship
Frontier sponsors eligible candidates under the requirements of U.S. TN visas for candidates who are nationals of Canada and Mexico. 

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, 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. 

Detailed Essential Functions 

• Perform and assist approved work within the scheduled shift. 
• Ensure assigned work documents and maintenance records are complete and accurate. 
• Seek required on-the-job training to achieve and maintain qualification standards. 
• Perform engine runs and aircraft taxi when authorized by Frontier Airlines qualification. 
• Operate ground support equipment and passenger vehicles within airport movement areas when properly licensed, endorsed and airport-qualified, including completion of required movement-area documentation. 
• Operate passenger vehicles on public roads and at offsite facilities when all applicable licensing, Frontier endorsement and airport qualification requirements are met. 
• Coordinate activities with the lead mechanic or station supervisor. 
• Research information and materials required for scheduled aircraft work. 
• Maintain clean maintenance work areas and follow clean-as-you-go practices. 
• Maintain positive tool-control accountability and ensure personal and company-owned tools are removed from aircraft, aircraft engines, appliances and components. 
• Immediately report lost or found tools to management. 
• Follow applicable rules and regulations to maintain a safe working environment. 
• Input and document required information in maintenance tracking systems. 
• Comply with procedures required under the MEL/CDL/NEF Program. 
• Monitor completion of aircraft records including logbook pages, work cards, non-routines, engineering documents and related records. 
• Make FMIS entries as required. 
• Maintain familiarity with training requirements defined in GMM 100: Maintenance Training Program and ensure required training is current before performing applicable functions or tasks. 
• Follow approved published procedures unless an authorized deviation has been issued. 
• For Interior Crew assignments, remove, repair and reinstall aircraft interiors including seats, galleys, lavatories, sidewalls, ceilings and flooring. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Please note: This is an evergreen posting that remains open for applicants. 

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. 

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