Elite Federal Air Marshal: On-Call Aviation Security

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. The role involves on-board assignments, heavy discretion, and readiness for irregular schedules, including nights and travel. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S.

citizenship, age, background clearance, and firearm eligibility. This full-time position may require travel and domestic or international deployments to guard the aviation

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 criminal threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• 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.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local law‑enforcement partners.
• Support ground‑based transportation‑security and counterterrorism missions.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years of progressively responsible experience

Qualifying combination of education and experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. The role involves on-board assignments, heavy discretion, and readiness for irregular schedules, including nights and travel. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S.

citizenship, age, background clearance, and firearm eligibility. This full-time position may require travel and domestic or international deployments to guard the aviation