Aviation Security Field Agent (Federal Air Marshal)

TSA Jobs Placement; Winthrop (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking qualified individuals for Federal Air Marshal opportunities. As a Federal Air Marshal, you will patrol aircraft, identify threats, and work closely with law enforcement partners to safeguard passengers and crews.

Positions are full-time in various field offices, with a requirement for extensive travel, irregular schedules, and a strong commitment to security, discretion, and physical readiness. Training is provided after selection.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or a bachelor’s degree.
• A qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience.
• If education is used to qualify, transcripts required by the official announcement.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial flights from terrorism, aircraft piracy, and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain proficiency for federal duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and seek/execute warrants within legal authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform other specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Education

Three years of progressively responsible experience or a bachelor’s degree

A qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience

Transcripts required if education is used to qualify

Tools

None

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking qualified individuals for Federal Air Marshal opportunities. As a Federal Air Marshal, you will patrol aircraft, identify threats, and work closely with law enforcement partners to safeguard passengers and crews.

Positions are full-time in various field offices, with a requirement for extensive travel, irregular schedules, and a strong commitment to security, discretion, and physical readiness. Training is provided after selection.