Aviation Jobs in West Des Moines, IA — Now Hiring

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

United Airlines

Customer Service Agent (Gate & Ticketing)

West Des Moines, IA

$42,000 - $63,000

United Airlines

Bilingual Flight Attendant (Japanese)

West Des Moines, IA

$52,500 - $84,000

United Airlines

Hiring Flight Attendant

West Des Moines, IA

$48,000 - $75,000

Sun Country Airlines

Inflight Training Specialist

West Des Moines, IA

$61,600 - $89,600

Sun Country Airlines

Onboarding Support

West Des Moines, IA

$61,600 - $89,600

Sun Country Airlines

Ground Operations Agent (Ramp & Cargo)

West Des Moines, IA

$41,040 - $59,400

Sun Country Airlines

Bilingual Flight Attendant/Crew

West Des Moines, IA

$35,200 - $57,200

JetBlue Airways

Flight Attendant (Service & Support)

West Des Moines, IA

$45,000 - $70,000

Alaska Airlines

Flight Attendant (On-Call Support)

West Des Moines, IA

$45,360 - $73,440

Sun Country Airlines

Flight Attendant (Crewmember)

West Des Moines, IA

$32,300 - $51,000

Southwest Airlines

Flexible Gig:Entry Level Operations Agent(West Des Moines) | Hiring

West Des Moines, IA

$42,560 - $61,600

JetBlue Airways

West Des Moines Flexible Job:Inflight Crewmember | Hiring

West Des Moines, IA

$41,400 - $64,400

Aviation Jobs in West Des Moines — FAQ

How many aviation jobs are available in West Des Moines, IA right now?
There are currently 159+ open aviation and airline positions in West Des Moines, IA. 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 West Des Moines?
Airline pay in West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines?
Yes. Most ramp agent, baggage handler, gate agent, and airline customer service positions in West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines?
Airports run 24/7, so airlines in West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines?
Airline employees in West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines?
Your airline take-home pay in West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines?
Yes, many airline positions in West Des Moines 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