Elite Federal Air Marshal — In-Flight Security & Response

Airport Security Jobs Center; Sweetwater (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks qualified individuals to become Federal Air Marshals. These elite officers protect commercial flights from terrorist activity, operate on domestic and international legs, and uphold high security standards under demanding conditions.

Positions are full-time with irregular schedules and extensive travel; pay ranges from $30.00 to $60.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, duty location, and backfill needs.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrates 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.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain 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 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, 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 (TSA) seeks qualified individuals to become Federal Air Marshals. These elite officers protect commercial flights from terrorist activity, operate on domestic and international legs, and uphold high security standards under demanding conditions.

Positions are full-time with irregular schedules and extensive travel; pay ranges from $30.00 to $60.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, duty location, and backfill needs.