Aviation Jobs in Santa Clara, CA — Hiring Now

As of May 2026, there are 121+ open airline positions in Santa Clara, CA. Current pay ranges from $18 to $450,000 per year. Top hiring areas include Flight Attendant, Part Time and General. New roles are posted daily — listings on this page are verified and updated regularly.

United Airlines

Customer Service Agent (Gate & Ticketing)

Santa Clara, CA

$42,000 - $63,000

United Airlines

Bilingual Flight Attendant (Japanese)

Santa Clara, CA

$52,500 - $84,000

United Airlines

Hiring Flight Attendant

Santa Clara, CA

$48,000 - $75,000

Sun Country Airlines

Inflight Training Specialist

Santa Clara, CA

$61,600 - $89,600

Sun Country Airlines

Onboarding Support

Santa Clara, CA

$61,600 - $89,600

Sun Country Airlines

Ground Operations Agent (Ramp & Cargo)

Santa Clara, CA

$41,040 - $59,400

Sun Country Airlines

Bilingual Flight Attendant/Crew

Santa Clara, CA

$35,200 - $57,200

JetBlue Airways

Flight Attendant (Service & Support)

Santa Clara, CA

$45,000 - $70,000

Alaska Airlines

Flight Attendant (On-Call Support)

Santa Clara, CA

$45,360 - $73,440

Sun Country Airlines

Flight Attendant (Crewmember)

Santa Clara, CA

$32,300 - $51,000

Southwest Airlines

Flexible Gig:Entry Level Operations Agent(Santa Clara) | Hiring

Santa Clara, CA

$42,560 - $61,600

JetBlue Airways

Santa Clara Flexible Job:Inflight Crewmember | Hiring

Santa Clara, CA

$41,400 - $64,400

Aviation Jobs in Santa Clara — FAQ

How many aviation jobs are available in Santa Clara, CA right now?
There are currently 121+ open aviation and airline positions in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara?
Airline pay in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara?
Yes. Most ramp agent, baggage handler, gate agent, and airline customer service positions in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara?
Airports run 24/7, so airlines in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara?
Airline employees in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara?
Your airline take-home pay in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara?
Yes, many airline positions in Santa Clara are hiring immediately with start dates within 2–4 weeks of applying (after background check and airport security clearance). Browse the 121+ listings above and apply directly.

Last updated: May 13, 2026