Elite Federal Air Marshal — Flight Security & Counterterrorism

Federal Screening Careers; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from threats and conduct law enforcement duties both on board and on the ground. The role requires discretion, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Location is Linden, TX with irregular schedules and 24-hour on-call requirements. Applicants must meet eligibility standards, pass background checks, and obtain security clearances as part of the

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

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 to potential threats with limited backup
• Carry a firearm and maintain the firearms proficiency required for federal law enforcement duties
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when required
• Make arrests and seek or execute warrants within their legal authority
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local law-enforcement partners
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions
• Perform other specialized assignments, which may include Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from threats and conduct law enforcement duties both on board and on the ground. The role requires discretion, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Location is Linden, TX with irregular schedules and 24-hour on-call requirements. Applicants must meet eligibility standards, pass background checks, and obtain security clearances as part of the