Elite Federal Air Marshal — On-Call & Travel Ready

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and airports. This elite federal law-enforcement career requires discretion, physical readiness, and the ability to operate independently in high-pressure environments.

Eligibility includes U.S. citizenship, meeting age/fitness and background checks, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Positions are full-time, with travel and irregular schedules inherent to field assignments.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates 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 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 partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform other specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and airports. This elite federal law-enforcement career requires discretion, physical readiness, and the ability to operate independently in high-pressure environments.

Eligibility includes U.S. citizenship, meeting age/fitness and background checks, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Positions are full-time, with travel and irregular schedules inherent to field assignments.