Flight Attendant - Dulles, Virginia, United States

What's it like to work at BAE Systems? Remarkable and a place where your contributions matter. We are seeking a highly skilled, safety and customer-focused Flight Attendant to join our team. As a Flight Attendant, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and comfort of our ...

Job description

What's it like to work at BAE Systems? Remarkable and a place where your contributions matter. We are seeking a highly skilled, safety and customer-focused Flight Attendant to join our team. As a Flight Attendant, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and comfort of our passengers while providing exceptional customer service. If you are a team player with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences, we encourage you to apply.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-flight cabin safety checks and briefings
• Ensure compliance with policies, and standard operating procedures and regulations.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and orderly cabin environment for passengers and crew
• Respond quickly and effectively to onboard emergencies including medical incidents, evacuations, turbulence events, and aircraft irregularities/malfunctions
• Monitor cabin conditions and enforce safety requirements (i.e. seatbelts, carry-on stowage etc.)
• Manage aircraft catering and cabin setup.
• Manage aircraft cabin supplies, organization and aircraft cleanliness.
• Maintain the stocking and general upkeep of the department's commissary
• Coordinate with flight crew and scheduler on trip logistics

Communication and Teamwork:

• Communicate clearly and professionally with passengers, crew members, and leadership
• Work collaboratively with the flight crew to ensure a safe, smooth and efficient flight experience

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Opportunities for Advancement: Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
• Training and Development: Comprehensive training program, including initial training and recurrent training

 How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter with your application. 

Required Skills and Education
Requirements:

• Unrestricted US Passport;
• 4+ Years experience. Part 91 and or Part 135 large cabin private/corporate aircraft experience preferred.
• Emergency Evacuation Training certificate from an approved training provider. (FSI,FACTS,AirCare etc.)
• First AID/CPR/AED certified.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and overall computer skills;

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods and move about the cabin
•  Ability to work in a pressurized cabin environment

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and in emergency situations
•  Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as demonstrating strong self- motivation and initiative.

Working Conditions:

• Schedule: Variable schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Travel: Frequent travel required, including international and domestic flights
• Work Environment: Pressurized cabin environment; exposure to turbulence and other environmental factors

About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Benefits Information
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).