Elite Federal Air Marshal: Aviation Security & Travel

Airport Security Jobs Center; Carlton (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave

Federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and related threats. Marshals work on flights and in airports, requiring discretion, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with duties across domestic and international operations.

Applicants must meet eligibility, complete extensive training, and be prepared for irregular schedules and travel.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be at least 21 years old when applying.
• Must obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
• Must pass drug screening, medical evaluation, physical testing, and polygraph.
• Must be legally eligible to possess and carry a firearm.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond to potential threats with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency for federal duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects as 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

Discretion & judgment

Firearms proficiency

Independent work under pressure

Threat assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Combination of education and experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and related threats. Marshals work on flights and in airports, requiring discretion, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with duties across domestic and international operations.

Applicants must meet eligibility, complete extensive training, and be prepared for irregular schedules and travel.