Airline Jobs in Illinois

Airline jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Arlington Heights, and Elmhurst and other Illinois metros, with employers like United Airlines, Select Medical, and American Airlines hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles14+
Top employerUnited Airlines
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring3
Work type79% On-site
Top industryHospitality

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Select Medical
Physical Therapist Assistant-O'Hare International Airport on-site American Airlines
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Physical Therapist Assistant-O'Hare International Airport on-site American Airlines
Select Medical
Elmhurst, Illinois
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$47k - $50k/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Select Medical
Physical Therapist Assistant-O'Hare International Airport on-site American Airlines
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Select Medical
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Physical Therapist Assistant-O'Hare International Airport on-site American Airlines
Select Medical
Chicago, Illinois
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$47k - $50k/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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American Airlines
Plant Maintenance Mechanic
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American Airlines
Added 6d ago
Plant Maintenance Mechanic
American Airlines
Chicago, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$39.59/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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United Airlines
Senior Manager - Cyber Defense
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United Airlines
Added 3w ago
Senior Manager - Cyber Defense
United Airlines
Arlington Heights, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Technical Program Management
$141k - $183k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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United Airlines
Senior Developer
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United Airlines
Added 1mo ago
Senior Developer
United Airlines
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Frontend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
Technical Program Management
$112k - $147k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Airline Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
12 jobs
Arlington Heights
1 jobs
Elmhurst
1 jobs

Airline Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • United Airlines
    United Airlines11
  • Select Medical
    Select Medical2
  • American Airlines
    American Airlines1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Hospitality & Tourism8
  • Transportation & Logistics8
  • Airlines4
  • Healthcare & Medical Services2

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in airline jobs across Illinois.

  • FAA Airman Certificate or applicable FAA license for the specific role
  • First or Second Class FAA Medical Certificate maintained current
  • Minimum total flight hours meeting the airline transport pilot threshold
  • Ability to pass a DOT pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
  • High school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor's degree preferred for flight operations and dispatch roles
  • Valid passport and ability to travel internationally without restrictions

Airline Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many airline jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 14+ airline openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Arlington Heights, and Elmhurst. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

Which Illinois cities have the most airline jobs?

Chicago, Arlington Heights, and Elmhurst have the most airline openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire airlines in Illinois?

Employers hiring airlines in Illinois include United Airlines, Select Medical, and American Airlines, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote airline jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 21% of airline openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for airline jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to airline jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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