Coordinator - Load Planning

Working at Frontier Airlines 

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. 

Support for work, life and 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, applicable policies and 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, 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. 

What Will You Be Doing?

The Load Planning Coordinator (LPC) is responsible for preparing the safest and most-efficient method of loading the aircraft (including payload distribution and fuel load).  The LPC will coordinate that load plan with all stations system-wide, communicating any necessary changes.

Essential Functions

• Insure that all steps are taken to safely load the aircraft in the most efficient manner possible.
• Prepare and issue appropriate loading and fueling instructions.  As necessary, adjust load plan to meet operational needs.
• Determine the most efficient method of loading a flight (incl. passengers, baggage and fuel).
• File and maintain all post-departure paperwork.
• Resolve any system automation failures
• Prepare manual manifests and load plans in the event of computer system failure.
• Identify and mitigate potential loading and balance restrictions to ensure flight safety and minimize or prevent delays.

Other Functions

• Communicate operationally pertinent information to station personnel.
• Review actual loading conditions from station-generated upload data. Escalate to leadership in the event discrepancies are uncovered.
• Alert SOC and System Customer Service Managers of potential/on-going issues in stations.

Qualifications

• Proven background in understanding airport operations functions, including utilizing current reservation system
• Previous airline and airport operations experience preferred
• Working knowledge of Load Planning preferred
• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong mathematic skills - ability to formulate and evaluate correct load balance
• Strong communication skills - ability to effectively and concisely communicate with station personnel
• Strong decision-making skills - ability to plan, implement and manage situation.
• Multitasking - ability to handle multiple high-stress tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work for a 24/7 airline operations; days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to work in a high stress, fast paced environment
• Works well with minimal supervision
• General knowledge of CAE FliteTrac, AeroData CLPS, and Navitaire reservation system preferred
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office

Equipment Operated

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

Work Environment

Typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled

Physical Effort

Generally, not required.

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

Compensation: $22.46 - $29.81 per hour

Please note: this posting will expire on or before 8/28/26.

Workplace Policies

At Frontier Airlines, we wholeheartedly support and have a strong commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action. Frontier is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender variance, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, martial status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military, veteran status, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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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