Elite Federal Air Marshal: On‑Call Flight Security

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Federal Air Marshals for opportunities in Welcome, MD. These roles protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats, operate on both air and ground assignments, and demand discretion, physical readiness, and sound judgment.

Applicants must qualify through experience or education, with a bachelor’s degree or higher often required, and must meet stringent background and medical standards.

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
• Assess developing situations and respond to potential threats with limited backup
• 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
• 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

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Federal Air Marshals for opportunities in Welcome, MD. These roles protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats, operate on both air and ground assignments, and demand discretion, physical readiness, and sound judgment.

Applicants must qualify through experience or education, with a bachelor’s degree or higher often required, and must meet stringent background and medical standards.