Elite Federal Air Marshal - Flight Security & On-Call Duty

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorist activity and other threats. Marshals operate on air and ground assignments, requiring discretion, judgment, and readiness for irregular schedules and travel.

Applicants must meet education/experience requirements, be a U.S. citizen, pass background checks, and obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating 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 threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess situations and respond to threats with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency.
• Conduct investigations, interviews, and advisory activities.
• Coordinate with multi‑agency partners on operations.
• Support ground-based security and counterterrorism missions.

Skills

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Accredited college/university

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorist activity and other threats. Marshals operate on air and ground assignments, requiring discretion, judgment, and readiness for irregular schedules and travel.

Applicants must meet education/experience requirements, be a U.S. citizen, pass background checks, and obtain a Top Secret security clearance.