Elite Federal Air Marshal — On-Call, Global Travel

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites applications for Federal Air Marshal opportunities based in Mitchell, NE. Federal Air Marshals protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats, travel frequently, and may be assigned with limited advance notice.

This demanding law enforcement career requires discretion, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high‑pressure situations.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or a bachelor's degree or higher.
• Qualifying combination of education and experience may apply.
• Transcripts may be required for education-based qualification.

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 firearms and maintain proficiency 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 legal authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform other specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Written communication

Verbal communication

Discretion

Judgment

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Combination of post-secondary education and experience

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites applications for Federal Air Marshal opportunities based in Mitchell, NE. Federal Air Marshals protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats, travel frequently, and may be assigned with limited advance notice.

This demanding law enforcement career requires discretion, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high‑pressure situations.