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$52.5k - $84k/ year
United States, Lenexa (KS)
Posted May 16, 2026

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United Airlines Is Hiring A Bilingual Flight Attendant

Join Our Team as a Bilingual Flight Attendant (Japanese) at United Airlines! ✈️

Exciting opportunity for bilingual professionals to serve as vital support and hospitality experts on long-haul international flights, providing exceptional service to Japanese-speaking guests.

Lenexa Role Highlights

  • Career Level: Trainee
  • Job Title: Bilingual Flight Attendant (Japanese) (Gig/Contract)
  • Set Your Own Schedule 🗓️
  • Location: Lenexa, KS
  • Pay: $52.5k - $84k / Year (approx. $1.3k / Week)
  • Benefits: Competitive compensation package 💼
  • Company: United Airlines

This Lenexa-based role offers an excellent opportunity for professionals with Bilingual Japanese skills to grow within a thriving team. Lenexa is a key hub for the aviation, hospitality, and travel industry, providing an enriching work environment.

About United Airlines

As a leading global carrier, United Airlines' Los Angeles hub serves as a crucial gateway to Asia and the Pacific. We seek customer-focused professionals who can deliver world-class service and ensure passenger safety. Fluency in Japanese and English is mandatory for this role.

Your Role as a Bilingual Flight Attendant 🧳

  • Provide essential bilingual support and compassionate care to guests traveling to and from Japan 🇯🇵
  • Make public announcements in both Japanese and English 🗣️
  • Assist passengers with customs forms and other travel-related needs ✍️
  • Engage in service recovery and resolve any onboard issues with cultural sensitivity 💖
  • Collaborate effectively with a multi-lingual crew as a vital team member 🤝

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

This role focuses on long-haul international flights, requiring adaptability for:

  • Multi-day trips and extended layovers ⏳
  • Night shift departures and weekend operations 🌙
  • Flexible international on-call support (reserve) and scheduled lines 🛫

Training & Onboarding 🎓

This position requires:

  • 2+ years of customer service experience
  • Completion of a 6.5-week paid training program in Houston, including a language proficiency test 🎯
  • While previous flight attendant experience is preferred, it is not mandatory ✈️

Career Growth & Compensation 💰

United Airlines offers an industry-leading wage, with an estimated annual base salary ranging from $50,000 to $80,000 (including language pay). Our comprehensive benefits package includes profit sharing, and you’ll enjoy outstanding global travel privileges on United and Star Alliance partners.

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