Elite Federal Air Marshal: Global Flight Security

TSA Hiring Center; Kilmarnock (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in the United States is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from threats and to operate both in the air and on the ground. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical fitness, and firearms proficiency, with frequent travel and irregular schedules.

Successful applicants will meet basic eligibility, potentially hold a bachelor’s degree, and undergo extensive training and a multi‑stage hiring process.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating problem solving, planning, organization, and 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 developing situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain required firearms proficiency.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgment

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independent work

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in the United States is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from threats and to operate both in the air and on the ground. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical fitness, and firearms proficiency, with frequent travel and irregular schedules.

Successful applicants will meet basic eligibility, potentially hold a bachelor’s degree, and undergo extensive training and a multi‑stage hiring process.