Aviation Jobs in San Jose, CA — Open Positions

As of May 2026, there are 159+ open airline positions in San Jose, CA. Current pay ranges from $17 to $450,000 per year. Top hiring areas include Flight Attendant, Part Time and Ramp Agent. New roles are posted daily — listings on this page are verified and updated regularly.

United Airlines

Customer Service Agent (Gate & Ticketing)

San Jose, CA

$42,000 - $63,000

United Airlines

Bilingual Flight Attendant (Japanese)

San Jose, CA

$52,500 - $84,000

United Airlines

Hiring Flight Attendant

San Jose, CA

$48,000 - $75,000

Sun Country Airlines

Inflight Training Specialist

San Jose, CA

$61,600 - $89,600

Sun Country Airlines

Onboarding Support

San Jose, CA

$61,600 - $89,600

Sun Country Airlines

Ground Operations Agent (Ramp & Cargo)

San Jose, CA

$41,040 - $59,400

Sun Country Airlines

Bilingual Flight Attendant/Crew

San Jose, CA

$35,200 - $57,200

JetBlue Airways

Flight Attendant (Service & Support)

San Jose, CA

$45,000 - $70,000

Alaska Airlines

Flight Attendant (On-Call Support)

San Jose, CA

$45,360 - $73,440

Sun Country Airlines

Flight Attendant (Crewmember)

San Jose, CA

$32,300 - $51,000

Southwest Airlines

Flexible Gig:Entry Level Operations Agent(San Jose) | Hiring

San Jose, CA

$42,560 - $61,600

JetBlue Airways

San Jose Flexible Job:Inflight Crewmember | Hiring

San Jose, CA

$41,400 - $64,400

Aviation Jobs in San Jose — FAQ

How many aviation jobs are available in San Jose, CA right now?
There are currently 159+ open aviation and airline positions in San Jose, CA. These include flight attendants, ramp agents, baggage handlers, gate agents, aircraft mechanics, pilots, and airport management roles across Delta, American, United, Southwest, JetBlue and more. New jobs are added daily.
How much do airline jobs pay in San Jose?
Airline pay in San Jose varies by role: ramp agents earn $16–$22/hr, baggage handlers $15–$20/hr, flight attendants $25–$40/hr + per diem, gate agents $17–$25/hr, A&P mechanics $28–$55/hr, and station managers $55K–$110K+/year. Night and weekend shifts include $1.00–$3.00/hr extra.
Do airlines hire with no experience in San Jose?
Yes. Most ramp agent, baggage handler, gate agent, and airline customer service positions in San Jose require no prior experience. Airlines provide paid training for new hires — typically 2–6 weeks depending on role. Flight attendant training is typically 3–6 weeks, fully paid. Pilot and mechanic roles require specific FAA certifications.
What shifts and hours do airlines offer in San Jose?
Airports run 24/7, so airlines in San Jose offer multiple shift options: day shift (5 AM–2 PM), afternoon/swing (1 PM–10 PM), overnight/red-eye (9 PM–6 AM), and weekend-only schedules. Part-time shifts of 4–6 hours are common. Overnight and weekend shifts pay extra shift differentials.
What benefits do airline employees get in San Jose?
Airline employees in San Jose receive benefits starting Day 1, including: free standby flights and deep discounts on flights worldwide for you, your spouse, parents and kids; health, dental and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; profit-sharing at some major carriers; and tuition assistance at several airlines.
How much is airline take-home pay after taxes in San Jose?
Your airline take-home pay in San Jose depends on hourly rate, hours worked, and state tax rate. For example, a ramp agent earning $20/hr in a no-tax state like Texas takes home about $680/week, while in California it's closer to $605/week after state tax.
Are airlines hiring immediately in San Jose?
Yes, many airline positions in San Jose are hiring immediately with start dates within 2–4 weeks of applying (after background check and airport security clearance). Browse the 159+ listings above and apply directly.

Last updated: May 13, 2026