AeroCareers Job Posting: Domestic Flight Attendant(Contract)|Des Plaines at Southwest Airlines. This is a Full Time role in Des Plaines, IL. Salary: $30 - $38.

Domestic Flight Attendant(Contract)|Des Plaines

Posted on April 04, 2026

Des Plaines, IL Full Time $30 - $38

Role Based in Des Plaines

At a Glance

  • Based in: Des Plaines, IL (a central Des Plaines location)
  • Pay: $30-$38/Hour (approx. $70.7k/Year)
  • Employer: Southwest Airlines (Hiring in Des Plaines)
  • Position: Domestic Flight Attendant (Flexible/Contract, Des Plaines)
  • Apply your your professional skills skills at our Des Plaines location.
  • Flexible contract/gig opportunity in Des Plaines.
  • Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type.
  • This Des Plaines-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our Southwest Airlines team in Des Plaines, IL is growing.
  • Benefit from working in Des Plaines, a key hub for the Aviation industry.


The Vibe

Keep America moving. We are seeking highly energetic professionals to manage our massive, high-frequency domestic network. If you want fast-paced, dynamic airlines jobs where you interact with thousands of diverse passengers weekly, this is for you. This role demands agility and speed far beyond what you will find in standard airport jobs, connecting families and businesses coast-to-coast.

Your Mission

  • High-Frequency Boarding: Master the art of rapid boarding and deplaning to protect our industry-leading on-time performance metrics during quick gate turns.
  • Transcontinental Service: Deliver efficient, friendly beverage and snack services on varying flight lengths, from 45-minute hops to 5-hour transcontinental crossings.
  • Safety Command: Enforce strict FAA safety regulations regarding carry-on baggage, seatbelts, and exit row seating.

The Payoff

Enjoy highly flexible scheduling that allows for a phenomenal work-life balance, unmatched domestic and international standby travel, and the best profit-sharing program in aviation history.