International Flight Attendant - (Leadership Role)
Posted on January 15, 2026
Position in New York, NY
Primary Details
- Status: New New York listing (actively interviewing).
- Project-based work with clear objectives.
- Employer: United Airlines (Hiring in New York)
- Job Title: International Flight Attendant (Gig/Contract)
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in Aviation Management.
- Compensation: $35-$45/Hour (approx. $83.2k/Year)
- Location: New York, NY
- Benefits: This role offers competitive pay.
- Experience: Mid-Level.
- This New York-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our United Airlines team in New York, NY is growing.
- Benefit from working in New York, a key hub for the Aviation Management industry.
Lead the In-Flight Experience
Role Overview
United Airlines is looking for experienced leaders to join as International Pursers. In this leadership position, you will oversee the entire cabin crew on long-haul international flights. You are responsible for ensuring service standards are met, managing crew coordination, and handling any complex passenger situations. This is a premier role within flight attendant jobs.
Leadership Duties
- Crew Management: Conduct pre-flight briefings, assign positions, and foster a collaborative team environment.
- Service Excellence: Oversee the delivery of our Polaris business class service and economy cabins.
- Safety Authority: Act as the primary liaison between the cabin crew and the flight deck pilots.
- Resolution: Handle medical emergencies or security issues with authority and care.
Benefits
- Purser Pay: Higher hourly rate plus leadership overrides.
- Global Network: Work exclusively on wide-body aircraft to destinations in Europe, Asia, and South America.
- Career Path: Opportunities to move into In-Flight Management or Instructor roles.
Qualifications
- Previous flight attendant experience required (internal or external).
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Perfect compliance record.