Elite Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights & Counter Threats

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

Job summary

Federal Air Marshals, under TSA’s Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service, safeguard commercial aviation from terrorism, piracy, and other threats. The role involves airborne and ground assignments, irregular schedules, and travel across domestic and international routes.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria, possess discretion and judgment, and be prepared for rigorous physical and firearms standards, with potential for diverse field assignments.

Qualifications

• Discretion and sound judgment required for high-pressure, sensitive situations.
• Firearms proficiency and ongoing safety training mandatory.
• Ability to operate independently and adapt to irregular schedules.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial flights from terrorism, piracy, and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry firearms and maintain required proficiency for federal duties.
• Conduct investigations, interviews, and advisory activities as needed.
• Identify witnesses or suspects and execute warrants within authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Engage in specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgment

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Federal Air Marshals, under TSA’s Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service, safeguard commercial aviation from terrorism, piracy, and other threats. The role involves airborne and ground assignments, irregular schedules, and travel across domestic and international routes.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria, possess discretion and judgment, and be prepared for rigorous physical and firearms standards, with potential for diverse field assignments.