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United Airlines

Flies passengers and cargo worldwide from US hubs

Zone Control Supervisor

Full-TimePosted on 10/14/2026
$66.5k - $86.6k+ Bonus + Long-term incentive compensation awards
Mid
Bachelor's, Associate's
Chicago, IL, USA
In Person
Vehicle Operation & DeliveryPassenger Transport Driving
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • An associate degree or two years of relevant work experience is required.
  • At least two years of operational experience is required.
  • A proven track record of decisive action supported by strategic planning, continuous improvement, analytical thinking, goal-directed leadership, and service-oriented performance is required.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with team members across the organization is required.
  • Ability to manage controlled and uncontrolled environments while making informed strategic and tactical decisions is required.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with organization and attention to detail is required.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
  • Successful completion of an interview is required.
  • Reliable and punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor flight activities within the assigned zone, including pre-arrival, arrival, ground servicing, and departure, for exceptions and process failures, and engage with team members to resolve operational challenges.
  • Maintain situational awareness of events that may affect gating and parking plans.
  • Make tactical decisions as needed and escalate significant operational challenges.
  • Provide consistent, ongoing, and proactive communication and operational updates to stakeholders and external agencies supporting the operation.
  • Work with stakeholders to ensure accurate flight-following (FLIFO) information is maintained.
  • Support the station safety culture through strategic communication and engagement.
  • Document notable issues with operational performance as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • At least one year of project leadership experience is preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills are preferred.
  • Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines using analytical and problem-solving capabilities is preferred.
  • Understanding the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and using them for research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving is preferred.
  • Applying critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to company policies on responsible AI use, data privacy, and security is preferred.

About the company

United Airlines flies passengers and cargo across the United States and to destinations around the world, running a hub network that spans Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco, Washington Dulles and Guam. It was a founding member of Star Alliance, the global airline partnership that links its routes and frequent-flyer benefits with carriers such as Lufthansa and Air Canada. Travelers book seats in economy, premium and Polaris business cabins, and United earns money from fares, bag and seat fees, cargo, and its MileagePlus loyalty program, which sells miles to card partners. United traces its roots to Varney Air Lines, which began flying airmail in 1926, and is based in Chicago.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1926

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What believers are saying

  • Premium travel fuels growth: premium revenue rose 16% in Q2 2026 as total revenue reached $17.7 billion.
  • Hiring keeps expanding: United had 117,500 employees by June 2026, up 5.6% from a year earlier.
  • Cabin crew pay is climbing: the flight attendant deal reached in March 2026 lifts base pay 31% on average.

What critics are saying

  • Fuel prices squeeze profits: in July 2026, United expected nearly $6 billion more fuel expense for the year.
  • Mechanics' labor fight drags on: United technicians rejected a Teamsters tentative deal 53.5% to 46.5% in September 2026.
  • Newark growth was capped: the FAA limited the airport to 72 hourly flights from January through October 2026.

What makes United Airlines unique

  • United gives loyalty members free fast WiFi: it targets Starlink on nearly 1,000 aircraft by end of 2026.
  • Its Pacific reach extends past Hawaii: United runs a hub on Guam, a US island territory near Asia.
  • United dominates New York's Newark airport: it runs about 70% of the flights there.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Commuter
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

11%
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DISH and United Airlines bring live football to 35,000 feet via Starlink screens

DISH and United Airlines have partnered to bring live football to passengers on Starlink-enabled flights. The service launches this week on over 200 United aircraft, expanding to nearly 700 planes by February 2027. Passengers will have access to nine live sports channels including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, NFL Network, and Prime Video's Thursday Night Football. The service covers both college and professional football games throughout the 2026–2027 season. The partnership uses DISH's OnStream platform, which delivers entertainment across multiple business sectors including hospitality, senior living, and aviation. The collaboration aims to keep sports fans connected to live games whilst travelling at 35,000 feet.

Yahoo Finance
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US airline fares rose 25.5% year over year in July, and United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby expects further gradual increases through the first half of 2027 if demand holds. United's second-quarter revenue reached $17.67 billion, up 16% year over year. Despite industry-wide fare growth, United shares have gained only 2.69% year to date, compared with Delta's 20.64% rise. United trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 11, versus Delta's 13. Kirby framed the fare increases as structural catch-up, noting airport fees have risen roughly 60% since COVID and maintenance costs remain elevated. He told investors that airfares are still 13% below 2019 levels in real terms.

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Aug 24th, 2026
United Airlines CEO targets JFK expansion and new international routes amid rising fuel costs

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby announced plans to expand at New York's JFK Airport and increase international routes. The airline aims to acquire takeoff and landing slots from struggling carriers, potentially returning to JFK next year through its partnership with JetBlue Airways. United's second-quarter operating revenue rose 16% year over year to $17.7 billion, with revenue per available seat mile up 12.1%. The carrier raised its full-year adjusted earnings per share guidance to $9 to $11, despite expecting nearly $6 billion in additional fuel expenses for 2026. The expansion builds on United's existing network of more than 370 destinations across six continents. Shares closed at $113.17, down 18% from their June record high.

Ticker Report
Aug 19th, 2026
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