Elite Federal Air Marshal - Protect Flights, Travel

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Wing, AL seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and ensure security on flights and in airports. The role requires discretion, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility and qualification standards, including U.S. citizenship, age, and background requirements, with opportunities for extensive travel and irregular

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication.
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• A qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience.

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.

Skills

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Wing, AL seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and ensure security on flights and in airports. The role requires discretion, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility and qualification standards, including U.S. citizenship, age, and background requirements, with opportunities for extensive travel and irregular