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How much do flight ops jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for flight ops in Colorado is $29.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.53 and $30.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is flight operations salary?

The salary for flight operations roles varies depending on experience, location, and specific responsibilities, but typically ranges from $50,000 to $120,000 annually. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced professionals such as flight operations managers can earn higher salaries, often supplemented with benefits and bonuses.

What jobs pay 500,000 a year in the US?

In the US, high-paying roles related to Flight Operations, such as airline executives, chief pilots, or senior management in aviation companies, can reach or exceed $500,000 annually, especially with bonuses and profit sharing. These positions typically require extensive experience, leadership skills, and often involve overseeing large teams or operations in the aviation industry.

What is the highest paying flight job?

The highest paying flight jobs are typically airline captains, especially those flying large, long-haul international aircraft. These roles require extensive experience, advanced certifications, and often command salaries exceeding $200,000 annually. Senior pilots with specialized skills and seniority tend to earn the highest compensation in the flight operations field.

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 ops do?

Flight operations professionals are responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the safe and efficient movement of aircraft. They handle tasks such as flight planning, compliance with regulations, communication with pilots and air traffic control, and ensuring all safety procedures are followed. Strong organizational skills, knowledge of aviation regulations, and familiarity with flight planning tools are essential in this role.
What cities in Colorado are hiring for Flight Ops jobs? Cities in Colorado with the most Flight Ops job openings:
Infographic showing various Flight Ops job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,904 per year, or $29.8 per hour.
Coordinator - Flight Ops Training Scheduling

Coordinator - Flight Ops Training Scheduling

Frontier Airlines

Aurora, CO

$46K - $62K/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Frontier Airlines rating

4.9

Company rating: 4.9 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 26 rated airlines


Job description

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 to fly on Frontier Airlines
  • Buddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so 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 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 Coordinator, Flight Ops Training Scheduling is responsible for the scheduling and recordkeeping of FAA regulated pilot training and evaluation.  The Coordinator must work to proactively to identify the training needs of each Pilot, including Recurrent Training, Initial Training and Upgrade Training. The Coordinator will also deal directly with the release of Pilots returning from a Leave of Absence, and ensure the correct training is being administered. The Coordinator will also assist in the initial training of new Coordinators and will continue to provide support and guidance to the team.

The Coordinator will be the daily check that all Pilot qualifications are being maintained and all Pilots are operating legally under FAA regulations. The Coordinator will also provide administrative support as needed to the Flight Operations Training Leadership team and assists with various department operational needs.

Essential Functions

  • Schedule pilot ground school, simulator training/evaluation and operational experience in the A320 aircraft.
  • Schedule, track, and document new and upgrade pilots to meet flight qualifications and FAA regulations.
  • Assist Supervisor, FOTS in scheduling and tracking Operating Experience (OE) for New Hire and Upgrade Pilots.
  • Ensure all SIM sessions are booked accurately and coordinate with Airbus to block SIM time in accordance with monthly scheduling needs.
  • Monitor sick calls for upcoming Recurrent Training, Initial Training, Instructor/Check Airmen Training, reschedule those needed and fill slots that become open.
  • Input and maintain crew qualification records as well as file ongoing training records; draft monthly training reports.
  • Coordinate monthly Pilot bids and assist in processing Monthly Open Time for Instructors.
  • Process Daily Open Time for Instructors.
  • Handle and or field incoming phone calls for scheduling and department management.
  • Work directly with Crew Scheduling, Ground Training, LOA and other departments to ensure all Pilots are fully qualified and able to operate scheduled activity.
  • Be the administrator for Flight Operations Website- includes posting pertinent operations information, memos, and compliance with ALPA required documentation.
  • Correspond with FAA, ALPA and other organizations as required.
  • Maintain department library including time sensitive revisions and required working forms.
  • Utilize multiple and varied software systems to complete assigned tasks.

 

Other Functions

  • Support the Director of Flight Operations Training and Flight Operations Training Scheduling Manager in other duties as required.

 

Qualifications

  • High School diploma required
  • Bachelors’ Degree or equivalent work experience
  • Preferred Operational experience in the Sabre CrewQual, CrewTrac and MINT Program
  • Preferred prior airline training or Crew Scheduling experience
  • Minimum 2 years of office administration experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
  • Basic understanding of flight crew qualifications and Pilot CBA.
  • Excellent time management and prioritization skills with the ability to multi-task and succeed under pressure.
  • Excellent use of MS Office Suite with emphasis on Excel
  • Ability to communicate clearly as well as draft correspondence in a clear and concise manner
  • Ability to establish a good rapport with internal clients and vendors
  • Excellent telephone, administrative and record keeping skills
  • Ability to act professionally with a diverse work group

 

Equipment Operated

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

 

Work Environment

Typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled

Shift work, weekends required, occasional extra hours as needed.

 

Physical Effort

Light physical effort required by handling objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.

Supervision Received

General Supervision:  The incumbent performs a variety of routine work within established policies and procedures and receives detailed instructions on new projects and assignments.

 

Positions Supervised

None

Salary Range: $46,715 - $62,006 annually 

Please note: this posting will expire on or before 7/17/2026.

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.


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Frontier Airlines is committed to offering 'Low Fares Done Right' to more than 100 destinations and growing in the United States, Canada, Dominican Republic and Mexico on more than 350 daily flights. Headquartered in Denver, Frontier's hard-working aviation professionals pride themselves in delivering the company's signature Low Fares Done Right service to customers. Frontier Airlines is the proud recipient of the Federal Aviation Administration's 2018 Diamond Award for maintenance excellence and was recently named the industry's most fuel-efficient airline by The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) as a result of superior technology and operational efficiencies.

Industry

Aviation

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Denver, CO, US

Year founded

1994