Frontier Airlines is committed to offering "Low Fares Done Right" to more than 100 destinations in the continental United States, Canada, Caribbean, Central America and Mexico on more than 500 daily flights. At Frontier, we believe the Skies are for Everyone and our hard-working aviation professionals pride themselves in delivering the company's signature hospitality to all our customers. We’re America’s Greenest Airline, 43% more fuel efficient than other airlines and approaching 100 air seat miles flown per gallon of fuel consumed. Be a part of the movement towards greener skies, better destinations, and quicker advancement as we nearly triple our size in the next several years.
We are inviting Australian pilots who hold or wish to explore an E3 visa to join Team Frontier as a First Officer. If you qualify, you'll join a team of talented pilots who bring Low Fares Done Right to life every day.
***Important***
This pilot job posting is specific to Australian Nationals that are eligible for the E-3 visa program. If you do not require or meet the E-3 visa criteria, please apply directly to our First Officer job posting on Airline Apps.
Job Summary
The First Officer is responsible for delivering great customer service, while ensuring safe and timely flight operations in accordance with all Company policies and Federal Aviation Regulations. The duties of the First Officer include, but are not limited to:
- Ensures the safe and timely completion of flight operations in accordance with all Company policies and Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR).
- Responsible for the operation of the aircraft during the designated period of duty unless relieved by Company authority. This involves weekend, holiday and night operations.
- Through completion of appropriate pre and post-flight inspection, ensures the airworthy condition of assigned aircraft.
- Becomes familiar with existing and forecast departure, arrival, and if applicable, alternate station weather prior to each flight.
- Ensures that the flight is planned and fueled properly so that it may be conducted safely.
- Assists with and ensures proper handling of aircraft, passenger, baggage, and cargo at terminal points and keeps an awareness of an on-time departure.
- Notifies crew and passengers promptly of turbulence, adverse weather conditions or any other operational factors affecting the flight.
- Ensures that the load manifest for a flight is reviewed and the passenger count is verified prior to each departure.
Requirements/Qualifications (Minimums)
Must be an Australian National
Must possess the necessary academic and/or additional qualifying requirements to obtain an E3 Visa
Must be able to obtain an E3 Visa to work in the United States
If hired, must be able to demonstrate that you are authorized to work in the US
Currently hold an ATP Certificate
1,500 hours total flight time (2,500 hours preferred)
750 hours multi-engine fixed wing
500 hours pilot in command (PIC)
500 hours jet/turboprop
Current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate
FCC Restricted Radio Operator's Permit
Valid Passport, with machine readable print, and the ability to travel in and out of the United States or valid foreign passport with authorization to work in the United States.
Ability to obtain a valid driver's license
Ability to travel in and out of all the cities/countries served by Frontier Airlines
Ability to relocate
Ability and willingness to work weekends, nights, holidays and overnight trips, including "red eyes."
Ability and desire to maintain a well-groomed and professional appearance
Ability to pass pre-employment drug testing and background checks
Experience with sophisticated aircraft equipment including Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS) and Flight Management Systems (FMS) preferred
Compliance with the company's COVID policies which includes a requirement that all new hires are fully vaccinated by their first day of employment, to the degree permitted by law
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Possess excellent communication skills to include ability to speak, read and write English.
Ability to problem-solve and react positively to difficult situations.
Leadership qualities of empathy, accountability, ethics and dependability.
Ability to adjust to flying schedule, including day/night flying.
Working Conditions: Equipment:
Standard office equipment, including PC, copier, fax machine, printer
iPad, Electronic Tablet
Aircraft
Aircraft Controls
Company manuals
Navigation charts
Flashlight
Physical Effort:
Moderate physical activity required by handling objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently.