Instructors and Training

Description:

Denver-based Frontier Airlines proud to be one of the nation’s premier low cost airlines and our cost-conscious model focuses on offering our passengers ‘Low Fares Done Right’. At Frontier, we are committed not only to providing an affordable, “unbundled” fare that makes air travel accessible to everyone, but also to ensuring that our passengers reach their destination safely, on time, and receive friendly service along the way. Because of our wildly popular model and strong corporate governance, we are experiencing unprecedented growth and always looking for new people to join our team.





Job Overview



As the Manager of Ground School Programs, you will manage and facilitate all phases of Pilot Ground School training. You will provide leadership, performance management and supervision to all Ground School Instructors.

· Train Ground School Instructors in all subjects relevant to pilot ground training in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations, Flight Operations training programs and company policies and procedures.

· Ensure course currency and coordination with Frontier Airlines’ policies and procedures.

· Coordinate with Flight Crew Records to ensure sufficient Instructor training coverage.

· Schedule all segments of ground school for pilots in coordination with the Director, Flight Operations Training.

· Develop and manage department budget providing explanation of variances as needed.

· Ensure standardization of all subject matter which is taught by Ground School Instructors.

· Maintain and develop the Flight Operations Training Manual as it relates to the ground school program.

· Select, interview and hire Ground School Instructors in coordination with Flight Operations Training and Human Resources.

· Facilitate pilot ground school training if needed.

Requirements:

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management or similar discipline preferred; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

· Minimum 5 years training experience in Transport Category Aircraft required

· Previous FAR 121/142 experience preferred

· Previous management experience required





Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Excellent knowledge of existing company policies, Federal Aviation Regulations, Transport Category Aircraft systems and Flight Operations ground school training programs

· Working knowledge of PC programs (Word, Excel, Framemaker, Adobe Acrobat)

· Must be able to communicate effectively and positively with others.

· Ability to positively lead and motivate staff

· Possess excellent facilitation skills

· Proven ability to develop new courseware using various multimedia sources-i.e. CBT, PowerPoint, and Internet etc.





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.

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