Elite Federal Air Marshal: Flight Security & On-Call

Airport Security Jobs Center; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect flights and passengers. The role combines on-board security, field office coordination, and high-stakes decision making across domestic and international operations.

Applicants must meet education/experience requirements, pass extensive assessments, and maintain firearms proficiency. Travel, irregular hours, and comprehensive background checks are standard aspects of the position.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or
• A bachelor’s degree or higher or a qualifying combination of education and experience
• Transcripts may be required for education qualifiers

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and other threats
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup
• Carry a firearm and maintain proficiency for federal duties
• Conduct investigations, interviews, and advisory activities
• Identify witnesses or suspects and execute warrants when required
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners and agencies during missions
• Support transportation-security and counterterrorism missions
• Perform other specialized assignments including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations

Skills

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect flights and passengers. The role combines on-board security, field office coordination, and high-stakes decision making across domestic and international operations.

Applicants must meet education/experience requirements, pass extensive assessments, and maintain firearms proficiency. Travel, irregular hours, and comprehensive background checks are standard aspects of the position.