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Coordinates activities between Station Operations, Flight Ops, Flight dispatch, MCC and Inspection departments and the business partner. Essential Functions * Manage, monitor, and coordinate SMS ...

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How much do flight ops jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for flight ops in Arizona is $26.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.64 and $26.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Flight Ops vs Flight Dispatcher?

AspectFlight OpsFlight Dispatcher
Required CredentialsCommercial Pilot License, Flight Operations CertificationDispatch License, FAA Certification
Work EnvironmentAirlines, corporate flight departments, flight planning officesAirlines, charter companies, flight planning centers
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily airline and corporate aviationAirlines and charter operators for flight planning and safety
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles in flight planning and safety oversightFocuses on flight planning, weather analysis, and regulatory compliance

Flight Ops professionals oversee overall flight operations, including crew management and safety protocols, often holding pilot or managerial roles. Flight Dispatchers focus on flight planning, weather analysis, and ensuring regulatory compliance for safe flight execution. While both roles collaborate closely, Flight Ops has broader responsibilities related to flight safety and management, whereas Flight Dispatchers specialize in detailed flight planning and operational support.

What do flight operations do?

Flight operations professionals are responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the safe and efficient conduct of flights. They handle tasks such as flight planning, scheduling, compliance with regulations, and communication with pilots and air traffic control. Strong organizational skills and knowledge of aviation regulations are essential in this role.

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Flight Ops jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Flight Ops job openings:

Infographic showing various Flight Ops job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,861 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Manager, Line Maintenance (PHX)

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Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$100 - $133/hr

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Job description

Working at Frontier Airlines

At Frontier, our mission is toMake Every Flight Count.That mission guides how we support ourcustomers, ourpeopleand the operation every day.

As a Frontier employee,yourworkconnects to more than a single role. Whetheryou’resupporting flights, helpingcustomers,maintainingaircraft, leadingteamsor working behind the scenes, you help create a travel experience that is safe,reliableand built around value.

Our work is guided by our core values: customer first, safety always, operationalexcellenceand one team. These values shape how we make decisions, supporteachotherand deliver for the people who count on us.

Support for work,lifeand 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, applicablepoliciesand current plan details.

Depending on role and eligibility, available benefits and programs may include:

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement savings options
  • Paid holidays, vacationtimeand 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,servicesand vendors
  • Business casual dress options for eligible corporate and support roles
  • Employee support programs and resources, including the HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ nonprofit organization
About Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines is a Denver-based airline serving destinations across the United States and select international markets. Our people support every part of the travel journey, from airport operations and flight crews toaircraftmaintenance, customer support, corporateteamsand more.

We’refocused on delivering meaningful value by making travel more accessible,practicaland easy to personalize for our customers. Across the airline, our teams help support a safe,reliableand efficient operation while continuing to strengthen the experience for the people who choose Frontier.

What Will You Be Doing?

Responsible for providing shift level oversight for all line maintenance activities at the assigned Maintenance base. Coordinates activities between Station Operations, Flight Ops, Flight dispatch, MCC and Inspection departments and the business partner.

Essential Functions
  • Manage, monitor, and coordinate SMS activities,
  • Identify hazards and safety risks
  • Provide shift level management, operational control, oversight and procedural guidance
  • Develop plans and prioritize maintenance activity to assure safe and expedient aircraft return to service to established schedule
  • Escalation of issues/conflicts with achieving daily operational objectives, as appropriate.
  • Shift level oversight of compliance with Frontier maintenance manuals and company policies and procedures.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough communications with Maintenance Control and Maintenance Planning to ensure all maintenance is completed on schedule.
  • Validate line maintenance aircraft tooling is available, maintained/calibrated, and controlled to meet daily task requirements.
  • Manage labor schedules to ensure required capacity; planned and actual
  • Ensure timely documentation compliance, including accuracy, entry into the maintenance tracking systems, and submission to Maintenance Records.
  • Compliance with CFRs and Frontier policy/procedures, including sick/vacation reporting
  • Coordinate charters and field trips, including tooling, parts, materials/hazmat, and manuals
  • Ensure compliance with applicable labor agreements or contracts
  • Provide direct management of support shops personnel and management of production where applicable
  • Coordinate with other organization and departments for optimal safety, compliance, and operational performance
  • Prepare performance assessments of direct reports where applicable
  • Maintain and track performance KPIs, and report out on KPI data when requested
Other Functions
  • Has the authority to determine the Airworthiness of a Frontier Airline Aircraft
  • Has the authority to request changes to Frontier Airline Manuals via PCR process
  • Has the authority to determine the Serviceability of Frontier Airlines tooling
  • Has the authority to Assign Lead and A&P Mechanics to work packages where applicable
  • Has the authority to determine manpower required for assigned jobs
  • Has the Authority to Assign Field Trips as required
  • Has the Authority to determine Maintenance mechanics and Supervisors work schedules where applicable
  • Has the Authority to Approve direct reports Vacation time requests where applicable
  • Has the Authority and responsibility to enforce contracts and agreements in place related to line MX work groups and vendors where applicable
  • Has the Authority to Determine the Man-power requirements for the Maintenance station
Qualifications
  • FAA Certificated Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic rating and License
  • Working knowledge of 121 Federal Aviation Regulations
  • 10 years aircraft line mechanic maintenance experience
  • 5 years Supervisor Aircraft line maintenance experience
  • Previous experience managing a Line Maintenance Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program
  • High School Diploma
  • Preferred Bachelors degree in management, engineering or equivalent
  • Must have ability to plan, organize, and administrate workloads to subordinates
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • A working knowledge of 121 Federal Aviation Regulations
  • Ability to manage the Line maintenance Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program
Equipment Operated

Run/Taxi A320 Family Aircraft, and typical GSE equipment operated at airport and in support of line maintenance operations

Work Environment

Out doors in all weather conditions

Physical Effort

Position requires extremely strenuous physical work involving objects in excess of 100 pounds occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently.

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

Line Maintenance Supervisors as applicable

Salary Range: $100,104 - $132,870 *Relocation offer assistance available *In addition to your base salary, you will be eligible to earn an annual short term incentive, at the discretion of Frontier’s Board of Directors or one of such board’s committees, based on the attainment of performance metrics for Frontier and/or individual performance objectives, in each case established and evaluated by such board or one of its committees. Your target annual bonus will be (%10) of your base salary, but the actual amount of your annual bonus may range (0% - %20) of your base salary. *Please note this role has a closing date of on or before 9/18/26. Workplace Policies

At Frontier Airlines, we wholeheartedly support and have a strong commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Aff…

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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