Elite Federal Air Marshal — Protect Flying Frontlines

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites applications for Federal Air Marshal opportunities in Essex, IL. This role protects commercial aviation from terrorism, with duties aboard flights and on the ground, and requires discretion under high pressure.

Applicants must meet stringent eligibility, pass background checks, and obtain top security clearances. The job involves travel, irregular schedules, and robust training, with a competitive federal pay scale.

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.
• 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.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years of progressively responsible experience

Combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites applications for Federal Air Marshal opportunities in Essex, IL. This role protects commercial aviation from terrorism, with duties aboard flights and on the ground, and requires discretion under high pressure.

Applicants must meet stringent eligibility, pass background checks, and obtain top security clearances. The job involves travel, irregular schedules, and robust training, with a competitive federal pay scale.