AeroCareers Job Posting: International Flight Attendant - (Leadership Role) at United Airlines. This is a Full Time role in Durham, NC. Salary: $35 - $45.

International Flight Attendant - (Leadership Role)

Posted on January 14, 2026

Durham, NC Full Time $35 - $45

Opportunity in Durham

At a Glance

  • Worksite: Durham, NC
  • Job Title: International Flight Attendant (Gig/Contract)
  • Hiring Organization: United Airlines
  • Status: New Durham listing (actively interviewing).
  • Career Level: Intermediate.
  • This Durham-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our United Airlines team in Durham, NC is growing.
  • Benefit from working in Durham, a key hub for the Aviation Management industry.

What You Get

  • Pay: $35-$45/Hour (approx. $83.2k/Year)
  • Benefits: This role offers competitive pay.
  • Project-based work with clear objectives.

Position Scope

  • Core objectives involve your professional skills in Aviation Management.


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.