Elite Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and related threats. They work both aboard flights and on the ground, maintaining firearms proficiency and discretion in high‑pressure situations.

Applicants may meet requirements by experience, education, or a combination, with eligibility including U.S. citizenship, 21+ years old, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Travel is frequent and assignments vary.

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.
• Review the vacancy carefully because qualification standards and document requirements can change.

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 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 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 from an accredited college or university

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and related threats. They work both aboard flights and on the ground, maintaining firearms proficiency and discretion in high‑pressure situations.

Applicants may meet requirements by experience, education, or a combination, with eligibility including U.S. citizenship, 21+ years old, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Travel is frequent and assignments vary.