AeroCareers Job Posting: Flexible Lead Flight Attendant(Rapid City) at Southwest Airlines. This is a Full Time role in Rapid City, SD. Salary: $42 - $55.

Flexible Lead Flight Attendant(Rapid City)

Posted on April 04, 2026

Rapid City, SD Full Time $42 - $55

Local Job Overview: Rapid City

Position: Lead Flight Attendant (Flexible/Contract, Rapid City) Employer: Southwest Airlines (Hiring in Rapid City) Based in: Rapid City, SD (a vibrant local hub)

Pay: $42-$55/Hour (approx. $100.9k/Year) Benefits: A competitive compensation package is offered. Flexible contract/gig opportunity in Rapid City.

Day-to-Day

Apply your your professional skills skills at our Rapid City location.

  • This Rapid City-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our Southwest Airlines team in Rapid City, SD is growing.
  • Benefit from working in Rapid City, a key hub for the Aviation industry.


The Vibe

Leadership requires vision, authority, and finesse. We are looking for seasoned aviation professionals to take the prestigious "A" position on our Boeing 737 aircraft. This is the apex of frontline airlines jobs. You will leave entry-level airport jobs in the dust as you take absolute command of the cabin, leading your crew through high-frequency flight banks with operational dominance.

Your Mission

  • Total Command: Direct the entire cabin operation. Lead pre-flight crew briefings, manage boarding flow, and serve as the undisputed link to the flight deck.
  • Service Architecture: Oversee the flawless delivery of our inflight products, auditing quality, compliance, and presentation in real-time.
  • Crew Mentorship: Coach, evaluate, and elevate junior crew members on the fly, transforming good attendants into great ones.
  • High-Stakes Resolution: Handle passenger disputes, medical diversions, and complex logistical failures with icy calm and decisive action.

The Payoff

Command top-tier aviation pay with leadership overrides, unmatched union job security, premier global health insurance, and elite-level standby travel access.