Elite Federal Air Marshal – Flight Security and Response

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), under the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and counter threats. The role requires traveling domestically and internationally, rigorous training, and maintaining firearms proficiency.

Applicants must meet citizenship, age, and background requirements, with a Top Secret clearance. Roles involve irregular schedules, long assignments, and potential relocation based on agency needs.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Must provide transcripts if education is used to qualify.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national; background investigation; Top Secret clearance required.
• Must pass drug screening, medical evaluation, and polygraph examinations; possess and carry a firearm.

Responsibilities

• Protects commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry and maintain firearms proficiency.
• Engage in law enforcement, investigative, and advisory activities.
• Interview witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and execute warrants within legal authority.
• Collaborate with multi‑agency partners on operations.
• Support ground security and counterterrorism missions.
• Participate in special assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgement

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Experience-based qualification

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), under the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and counter threats. The role requires traveling domestically and internationally, rigorous training, and maintaining firearms proficiency.

Applicants must meet citizenship, age, and background requirements, with a Top Secret clearance. Roles involve irregular schedules, long assignments, and potential relocation based on agency needs.