Elite Federal Air Marshal: Flight Security & On-Call Travel

Airport Security Jobs Center; French Camp (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in French Camp, MS seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect flights from terrorism and other threats. Duties include discreet operations aboard domestic and international flights, threat assessment, and enforcement actions with law enforcement authority.

Candidates must meet federal eligibility, be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance, and endure intensive training. Travel and irregular schedules are common; placement may vary by agency needs.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in related fields.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Combination of post‑secondary education and relevant experience may qualify.

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.

Skills

Problem solving

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in French Camp, MS seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect flights from terrorism and other threats. Duties include discreet operations aboard domestic and international flights, threat assessment, and enforcement actions with law enforcement authority.

Candidates must meet federal eligibility, be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance, and endure intensive training. Travel and irregular schedules are common; placement may vary by agency needs.