Manager - Program & Airport Strategy

Why Work for Frontier Airlines? 

At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline - it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life.  Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast-growing route network while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need – saving them money along the way. 

What We Stand For 

Low Fares Done Right is our mission, and we strive to bring it to life every day.  Our ‘Done Right’ promise means delivering not only affordable prices but making travel friendly and easy for our customers.  To do this, we put a great deal of care into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with the use of our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be pioneers - we’re not afraid to try new things.  While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves down-to-earth in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality. 

Work Perks 

At Frontier, we like to think we’re creating something very special for our team members.  Work is why we’re here, but the perks are nice too: 

• Flight benefits for you and your family when flying on Frontier Airlines.
• Buddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us great.
• Discounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages.
• Discounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage, and over 2,000 other vendors.
• Enjoy a ‘Dress for your Day’ business casual environment.
• Flexible work schedules that support work/life balance.
• Total Rewards program including a competitive base salary, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation/sick time, and medical/dental/vision insurance that begins the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• We play our part to make a difference. The HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ non-profit organization, is dedicated to providing employees with financial assistance during catastrophic hardship.

Who We Are   

Frontier Airlines is a leading ultra-low-cost carrier headquartered in Denver, Colorado. With a mission to deliver Low Fares Done Right, the company provides affordable, convenient and accessible air travel throughout the U.S., Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America. Frontier’s highly fuel-efficient, all-Airbus fleet is among the youngest and most modern of any carrier within the U.S. That, combined with the airline’s many weight-saving initiatives and focus on operational efficiencies, makes Frontier America’s Greenest Airline. * Each Frontier Airlines plane tail features a special animal with a unique name and backstory. Many of the featured species are endangered or threatened, part of the airline’s commitment to underscore and raise awareness for their plight. Frontier serves approximately 100 destinations throughout North America and operates 500-plus daily flights, on average. The airline employs more than 7,000 team members and has crew bases in more than a dozen U.S. cities. Frontier Airlines., Inc., is a subsidiary of Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC).    

* Frontier is the most fuel-efficient of all major U.S. carriers when measured by ASMs per fuel gallon consumed.

What Will You Be Doing?

The Manager, Program & Airport Strategy serves as a central resource for the Airport Planning and Facilities team. This role is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic airport infrastructure and facility initiatives across the network. This role ensures alignment with corporate objectives, optimizes resources, and enhances operational efficiency. Acting as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, airport authorities, and external partners, the Manager will drive project success through structured program management, risk mitigation, and financial oversight.

Essential Functions

• Lead and oversee high-impact airport infrastructure and facilities programs and projects, ensuring alignment with Frontier’s goals and operational priorities.
• Manage relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders to streamline decision-making and execution.
• Establish and maintain program frameworks and tools, ensuring milestones, budgets, and deliverables are met through data-driven decision-making.
• Develop program budgets, conduct financial analysis, and identify cost-saving opportunities while proactively managing risks and dependencies.
• Lead executive-level presentations, providing updates on program status, risks, and ROI to senior leadership.
• Identify inefficiencies in airport-related programs and implement innovative solutions to enhance operational performance.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to Analysts and Sr. Analysts, fostering professional growth and program execution excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, Finance, or a related area of study. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in program management, airport or facilities planning, or managing aviation-related infrastructure projects.
• Experience in airline operations preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or similar preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven track record of strong decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and fostering internal and external relationships.
• Strong leadership presence with the capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on results.
• Experience in creating and delivering effective presentations.
• Solid understanding and performance of financial analysis.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with business intelligence and data visualization tools is preferred.
• Ability to travel on company-supported initiatives up to 40% of the time.

Equipment Operated

Standard office equipment, including PC, copier, fax machine, printer

Work Environment

Typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled

Physical Effort

Generally, not required.

Supervision Received

Considerable Latitude:  The incumbent establishes methods and procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives, and receives guidance in terms of broad goals.  Only the final results of work are typically reviewed.

Positions Supervised

Analyst

Sr. Analyst

Salary Range ($110,114 - $146,157) Please note: this posting will close on or before 3/20/25

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.

Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Salary : $110,114 - $146,157