Elite Federal Air Marshal - On-Call Travel Security

Federal Screening Careers; Simpson (PA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to safeguard commercial flights from terrorist threats. These officers operate both in the air and on the ground, requiring discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently under pressure.

Responsibilities include protecting passenger flights, carrying and maintaining firearms proficiency, and collaborating with multi-agency partners across domestic and international operations.

Qualifications

• Discretion, sound judgment, and physical readiness are essential.
• Firearms proficiency required for Federal law enforcement duties.
• Ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry firearms and maintain proficiency.
• Conduct investigations, interviews, and advisory activities.
• Identify 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 related transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgment

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independent under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to safeguard commercial flights from terrorist threats. These officers operate both in the air and on the ground, requiring discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently under pressure.

Responsibilities include protecting passenger flights, carrying and maintaining firearms proficiency, and collaborating with multi-agency partners across domestic and international operations.