Analyst II - Route Planning

Frontier Airlines

  • Denver, CO
  • $58,394-77,508 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
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 ForLow 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 PerksAt 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 AreFrontier 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 Route Planning analyst analyzes and monitors the revenue production capacity of the Frontier Airlines route network. This position will be responsible for assisting in the route selection process, establishing the levels of capacity in each route and building a network structure that yields the highest revenue potential for the company.Essential Functions
  • Monitor and evaluate the existing route network and recommend capacity and/or schedule adjustments to maximize the financial performance of the entire network.
  • Evaluate and forecast potential new routes using existing forecasting methods as well as innovating new methods into the Network team processes.
  • Assist in the development of network and fleet deployment strategies based on financial performance, company strategic initiatives and in consideration of the competitive environment
  • Help in the preparation, maintenance and interpretation of flight profitability data and reports.
  • Assist in working across multiple teams including and not limited to scheduling, revenue management, marketing, airport planning, crew planning and other operations groups to ensure seamless execution of the network strategy.
  • Use interpersonal skills and knowledge of planning to define, review, revise and implement capacity and route plans.
  • Complete other ad hoc tasks as assigned including but not limited to reporting, flight projections, media support, building presentations, etc.
  • Maintain a focus on maintaining lowest costs possible in every aspect of our business.
Other Functions
  • Competently and professionally represent the airline at external industry events
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, computer studies or related aviation field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
  • 2-3 years analytical experience working in a data intensive environment required. 1 year of quantitative analysis work experience and at least 1 year graduate-level education may substitute for this requirement. Industry experience preferred.
  • Experience with airline data intelligence tools like Cirium Diio or Airline Data Inc., or airline scheduling products like Sabre Schedule Manager is a plus
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Understanding of airline economics, competitive environment, capacity planning processes, airline fleets, macroeconomic trends, etc.
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency required; SQL and/or Python proficiency a plus
  • Ability to express and defend ideas in a highly competitive environment
  • Ability to work well with and speak to all levels of leadership regarding route planning issues
  • Understanding of the ULCC airline business model preferred
  • Possess a drive for continuous improvement and a willingness to constantly innovate
  • Strong time management capabilities
  • Limited travel required for industry meetings/conferences, vendor meetings, and market familiarization trips
Equipment OperatedStandard office equipment, including PC, copier, fax machine, printerWork EnvironmentTypical office environmentPresent for core business hoursMay be required to work nights and weekends, and may be on-call after hoursPhysical EffortGenerally, not required.Supervision ReceivedGeneral Direction: The incumbent normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work and receives general instructions on new assignments.Positions Supervised
  • None
Salary: $58,394 - $77,508Please note: this posting has a closing date of 9/17/2025, midnight MT.Workplace PoliciesDisclaimer: 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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