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$52.5k - $84k/ year
United States, Detroit (MI)
Posted May 19, 2026

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United Airlines Is Hiring A Bilingual Flight Attendant

Discover an Exciting Opportunity as a Bilingual Flight Attendant in Detroit! ✈️

Join United Airlines and leverage your bilingual Japanese skills in a dynamic, flexible role that offers excellent benefits and career growth in Detroit's bustling aviation industry.

🎯 Role Highlights

  • Career Level: Trainee
  • Job Title: Bilingual Flight Attendant (Japanese) (Gig/Contract)
  • Location: Detroit, MI
  • Set Your Own Schedule! 🗓️
  • Pay Range: $52.5k - $84k per year (approx. $1.3k/week)
  • Benefits: Competitive compensation package, profit sharing, global travel privileges, and more
  • Company: United Airlines

🌟 Why Join United Airlines in Detroit?

Our Detroit-based team is expanding! This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a major hub in the Airlines, Aviation, Customer Service, Hospitality, and Travel industries, supporting bilingual guests traveling to and from Japan.

✨ About the Role

As a Bilingual Flight Attendant (Japanese), you'll be a vital part of our trans-Pacific operations, providing top-tier 'bilingual support' and compassionate service to our international passengers. Your role ensures a seamless experience for Japanese-speaking travelers while maintaining safety and comfort throughout their journey.

🌍 About United Airlines

As a leading global carrier, with our hub in Los Angeles serving as a crucial gateway to Asia and the Pacific, we pride ourselves on delivering world-class service. We seek 'customer-focused' professionals who are fluent in Japanese and English to uphold our high standards of safety and hospitality.

🛫 Your Role & Responsibilities

  • Perform standard safety and service duties
  • Serve as a cultural and linguistic 'liaison'
  • Conduct public announcements in both Japanese and English
  • Assist passengers with customs forms and travel needs
  • Handle 'service recovery' and resolve issues efficiently
  • Collaborate effectively within a multi-lingual crew

📝 Your Day-to-Day

This role primarily involves long-haul international flights, which require flexibility for multi-day trips, extended layovers, night departures, and weekend operations. You must be prepared for a 24/7 schedule, including international 'on-call support' (reserve).

🎓 Training & Onboarding

  • Minimum of 2+ years customer service experience
  • 6.5-week paid training in Houston, including a mandatory language proficiency test
  • No prior flight attendant experience needed; preferred but not required

💼 Career & Compensation

United Airlines offers an industry-leading wage, with an estimated annual base salary from $50,000 to $80,000 including language pay. Benefits include profit sharing, excellent travel privileges, and career advancement opportunities.

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