Elite Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights & Travel

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

Job summary

Federal Air Marshals—often called FAMs—are federal officers who protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. They operate on flights and on the ground under TSA's LE/FAMS, often with limited notice and frequent travel.

The Weston, MI position is full-time and requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency. Qualifications may be met via experience or a degree, with a combination sometimes allowed.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in problem-solving, planning, organization, and communication.
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Review of vacancy requirements may specify exact qualification standards and documents.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency for federal duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Interview 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 ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform other specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Three years experience

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Federal Air Marshals—often called FAMs—are federal officers who protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. They operate on flights and on the ground under TSA's LE/FAMS, often with limited notice and frequent travel.

The Weston, MI position is full-time and requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency. Qualifications may be met via experience or a degree, with a combination sometimes allowed.