Elite Federal Air Marshal — On-Call Flight Protection

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. The role requires readiness for irregular schedules, domestic and international travel, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria, including citizenship, age, background checks, and security clearances. The position offers a challenging career with extensive training and federal benefits.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or U.S. national is required
• Must be at least 21 years old when applying
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
• Must pass drug screening, medical evaluation, physical testing, and polygraph examination
• Must be legally eligible to possess and carry a firearm
• Must obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and U.S. passport
• Must agree to mobility, travel, irregular-duty, and temporary-assignment requirements

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

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years progressively responsible experience

Qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. The role requires readiness for irregular schedules, domestic and international travel, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria, including citizenship, age, background checks, and security clearances. The position offers a challenging career with extensive training and federal benefits.