Aviation Security Flight Marshal

Airport Security Jobs Center; Franklin Square (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and manage threats across domestic and international routes. Duties include surveillance, interviews, arrests, and high-stakes decision-making in dynamic environments.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, be U.S. citizens, and obtain top-secret clearance. Training, irregular schedules, and significant travel are expected in this role.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication.
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• 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 passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other criminal threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and seek or 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.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years of progressively responsible experience

Combination of education and experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and manage threats across domestic and international routes. Duties include surveillance, interviews, arrests, and high-stakes decision-making in dynamic environments.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, be U.S. citizens, and obtain top-secret clearance. Training, irregular schedules, and significant travel are expected in this role.