Elite Federal Air Marshal — On-Call Flights & Protection

Federal Screening Careers; Middleport (PA); 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

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites qualified candidates to apply for Federal Air Marshal opportunities based in Middleport. These roles involve protecting commercial flights, operating on domestic and international missions, and working under high-pressure conditions.

Applicants should be U.S. citizens with a strong background in problem solving, judgment, and communication; a bachelor's degree or higher is acceptable for qualification.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective communication.
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national and able to obtain Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorism, aircraft piracy, and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency for federal duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Interview witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and execute warrants within legal authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground-based security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform other specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Discretion

Judgment

Firearms proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites qualified candidates to apply for Federal Air Marshal opportunities based in Middleport. These roles involve protecting commercial flights, operating on domestic and international missions, and working under high-pressure conditions.

Applicants should be U.S. citizens with a strong background in problem solving, judgment, and communication; a bachelor's degree or higher is acceptable for qualification.