Elite Federal Air Marshal: On-Call Flight Security

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect flights and airports. Roles require discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency.

Duties include in-flight security, investigations, and interagency cooperation, with frequent travel and irregular schedules. Candidates must meet eligibility standards, including citizenship, age, and background checks, and may qualify with a bachelor’s degree

Qualifications

• Discretion and sound judgment required for sensitive security work.
• Physical readiness and ability to perform demanding tasks in varied environments.
• Firearms proficiency and ongoing ability to meet training standards.
• Ability to work independently and in a high-pressure setting.
• A bachelor's degree or higher, or a combination of education and experience may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry and maintain firearms proficiency for federal duties.
• Engage in investigations, interviewing, and multi‑agency coordination.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgment

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years of progressively responsible experience

Combination of education and relevant experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect flights and airports. Roles require discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency.

Duties include in-flight security, investigations, and interagency cooperation, with frequent travel and irregular schedules. Candidates must meet eligibility standards, including citizenship, age, and background checks, and may qualify with a bachelor’s degree