Lead Corporate Flight Attendant

Gresham Role Highlights

Position: Lead Corporate Flight Attendant (Flexible/Contract, Gresham) Company: UPS Airlines Location: Gresham, OR Posted: Recently. Experience: Senior-Level.

Salary: $90k-$120k/Year (approx. $2k/Week) Benefits: This role offers competitive pay. Flexible contract/gig opportunity in Gresham.

Responsibilities

This role centers on your professional skills within the Corporate Aviation space in Gresham.

• This Gresham-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our UPS Airlines team in Gresham, OR is growing.
• Benefit from working in Gresham, a key hub for the Corporate Aviation industry.

About UPS Airlines

UPS is more than just a logistics company; we are a connector of people and opportunities. Our Corporate Aviation department sets the standard for executive travel, ensuring our leadership team can navigate the globe efficiently and safely. We operate a fleet of modern business jets maintained to the highest standards. We are looking for a leader who embodies the values of UPS: Integrity, Teamwork, Service, and Safety.

Job Summary

The Lead Corporate Flight Attendant is a senior position within our flight department. You will not only serve as the primary cabin attendant on our largest executive aircraft but also oversee the standards and training for the flight attendant group. This role demands a high-energy individual with a background in luxury hospitality and aviation safety. You will be the face of the cabin experience, ensuring that the UPS brand is represented flawlessly at 40,000 feet. You will work closely with the Chief Pilot and Scheduling department to ensure mission readiness.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Service Leadership: Define and maintain service standards for the flight attendant team. You will mentor new hires, conduct check-rides to ensure protocol compliance, and manage the inventory of cabin service items (linens, china, crystal).
• Mission Planning: Review flight manifests days in advance to plan for specific executive needs. This includes arranging ground transport for crew, coordinating with international handlers for catering in remote locations, and ensuring the aircraft is stocked with specific medical or business supplies requested by the leadership team.
• In-Flight Operations: Execute flawless service delivery, including multi-course meal service, beverage presentation, and cabin detailing. You must be adept at reading the room—knowing when to provide service and when to offer privacy for sensitive business meetings.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all flights comply with FAR Part 91 and UPS Flight Operations Manuals. You are the final authority on cabin safety readiness prior to taxi, takeoff, and landing.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with catering kitchens and FBOs (Fixed Base Operators) worldwide to ensure quality control and cost management.

Why Work for UPS? (Benefits & Culture)

We reward expertise and leadership with a package that supports your life and future:

• Top-Tier Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience, plus override pay for lead duties.
• Pension Plan: A traditional defined-benefit pension plan that vests over time.
• Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy UPS stock at a discounted rate.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, life, and disability insurance that provides peace of mind.
• Global Perspective: The opportunity to see the world while supporting a Fortune 100 company.

Requirements

• 10+ years of corporate flight attendant experience.
• Experience on large-cabin business jets (e.g., Gulfstream G650, Global 6000).
• Strong administrative skills for managing schedules and inventory.
• Exceptional references from previous high-net-worth or corporate employers.