Elite Federal Air Marshal: Flight Security & Quick Response

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial passenger flights from threats and to operate discreetly on domestic and international flights. Responsibilities include assessing threats, carrying firearms, and performing law enforcement activities in a high‑pressure environment.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements such as U.S. citizenship, minimum age, background clearance, and mobility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication.
• 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.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and seek or execute warrants within legal authority.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial passenger flights from threats and to operate discreetly on domestic and international flights. Responsibilities include assessing threats, carrying firearms, and performing law enforcement activities in a high‑pressure environment.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements such as U.S. citizenship, minimum age, background clearance, and mobility.