Elite Federal Air Marshal: Travel, Duty & Impact

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Westminster, VT is seeking highly qualified Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and support counterterrorism operations.

Applicants must have relevant experience or education, including a bachelor’s degree or higher. The role requires readiness for irregular schedules, travel, and strict background checks. Training and federal benefits are provided.

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; or
• 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 with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency 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, including Counter-UAS operations.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Bachelor's degree

Education/experience combo

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Westminster, VT is seeking highly qualified Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and support counterterrorism operations.

Applicants must have relevant experience or education, including a bachelor’s degree or higher. The role requires readiness for irregular schedules, travel, and strict background checks. Training and federal benefits are provided.