Elite Federal Air Marshal - Protect Flights & Respond Fast

Airport Security Jobs Center; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. Roles require discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Federal Air Marshals travel frequently and may receive assignments with limited advance notice. This is a full-time position based in Avon, and final placement is determined by agency needs.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication; or
• 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 current vacancy carefully because qualification standards and document requirements can change.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national; must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance; must pass drug screening, medical evaluation, and polygraph examination

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 the firearms proficiency required for federal law enforcement 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 their legal authority
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local law-enforcement partners
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions
• Perform other specialized assignments, which may include Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience

U.S. citizenship or U.S. national

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. Roles require discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Federal Air Marshals travel frequently and may receive assignments with limited advance notice. This is a full-time position based in Avon, and final placement is determined by agency needs.