Elite Federal Air Marshal — On-Call & Travel

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. Roles include discreet duty on domestic and international flights, carrying firearms, and working within a multi-agency framework to ensure aviation security.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, complete federal training, and be prepared for irregular schedules and extensive travel. This is a demanding federal role requiring discretion and high physical readiness.

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; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• A combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience may satisfy basic eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy and other 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 for federal duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and seek/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

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Discretion and judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Combination of education and experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. Roles include discreet duty on domestic and international flights, carrying firearms, and working within a multi-agency framework to ensure aviation security.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, complete federal training, and be prepared for irregular schedules and extensive travel. This is a demanding federal role requiring discretion and high physical readiness.