Elite Federal Air Marshal — Protect Flights Worldwide

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights, assess situations, and carry firearms while operating on domestic and international journeys. This is a demanding federal law-enforcement role requiring discretion, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility, with three years of experience or a bachelor's degree, transcripts if education is used, and the ability

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication.
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or a qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience.
• Transcripts required if education is used to qualify; review vacancy carefully for standards and document requirements.

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 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 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

Problem-solving

Planning

Organization

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights, assess situations, and carry firearms while operating on domestic and international journeys. This is a demanding federal law-enforcement role requiring discretion, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility, with three years of experience or a bachelor's degree, transcripts if education is used, and the ability