Elite Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights, On-Call Ops

Airport Security Jobs Center; Town of Cumberland (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. Duties include operating aboard aircraft, assessing developing situations, and responding with discretion and sound judgment.

This role requires physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high‑pressure environments. The duty location is Cumberland, VA, with frequent travel and irregular schedules.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating problem-solving, planning, organization, and communication; or a Bachelor's degree or higher; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• If education is used to qualify, transcripts may be required per the official vacancy.
• Review the current 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 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 (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. Duties include operating aboard aircraft, assessing developing situations, and responding with discretion and sound judgment.

This role requires physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high‑pressure environments. The duty location is Cumberland, VA, with frequent travel and irregular schedules.