Specialist - Airline Safety Management System

The Specialist, Safety Management System (SMS) provides oversight of Frontier’s SMS program and leads cross-functional coordination with operational departments to ensure effective implementation of SMS policies, procedures, and practices. The role also supports the Sr. Manager, SMS/IEP in interfacing with regulatory authorities, * Support the Safety Assurance process by coordinating cross-functional efforts across Frontier to maintain and enhance the overall SMS program (40%)

• Co-chair SMS Working Groups and regularly present findings and insights to leadership on a weekly and monthly basis (20%)
• Partner with the Sr. Manager SMS/IEP and departmental leadership to drive continuous improvement initiatives, document processes, procedures, and controls, and maintain SMS policies and manuals (10%)
• Assist in conducting Safety Risk Assessments (SRAs) and maintaining SMS data systems and databases (10%)
• Audit SMS compliance and report findings to the Sr. Manager, SMS/IEP (5%)
• Promote a strong safety culture through company-wide Safety Promotion initiatives (5%)
• Interface with the FAA regarding SMS approvals, compliance requirements, and corrective action plans (5%)
• Other Duties as assigned by the Sr. Manager, SMS/IEP (5%), General Direction: The incumbent normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work and receives general instructions on new assignments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Aviation Safety, Aviation Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
• 1 to 3 years’ work experience at a Part 121 air carrier preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working within a Safety Management System (SMS) framework
• Thorough understanding of 14 CFR Part 5

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and ICAO ISARPs
• Knowledge of Safety Management System requirements, policy/program development, risk management, safety assurance, safety reporting, and safety promotion
• Excellent writing skills, including manual writing, report writing, and correspondence with government agencies
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including strong data manipulation skills and working knowledge of lookup functions, pivot tables, and dashboard development
• Ability to deliver formal, in-person presentations to both small and large audiences, including effectively advocating for cultural and organizational change
• Flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to take on evolving responsibilities, including tasks outside the defined scope of the role
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Equipment Operated

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

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

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings options
• Paid holidays, vacation time and 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, services and vendors
• A hybrid schedule for eligible headquarters roles based in Denver, Colorado
• 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 to aircraft maintenance, customer support, corporate teams and more.

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

At Frontier, our mission is to Make Every Flight Count. That mission guides how we support our customers, our people and the operation every day.

As a Frontier employee, your work connects to more than a single role. Whether you’re supporting flights, helping customers, maintaining aircraft, leading teams or working behind the scenes, you help create a travel experience that is safe, reliable and built around value.

Our work is guided by our core values: customer first, safety always, operational excellence and one team. These values shape how we make decisions, support each other and deliver for the people who count on us.