Elite Federal Air Marshal: Travel & On-Call Duty

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and related threats. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with the ability to work independently in high‑pressure situations.

Assignments may be domestic or international with irregular schedules and frequent travel. Training and a federal benefits package are provided as part of this demanding law enforcement career path.

Qualifications

• Discretion and sound judgment essential for high‑pressure situations.
• Strong physical fitness and firearms proficiency required.
• Ability to work independently in challenging environments.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorism, aircraft piracy, and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond to potential threats with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain 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 legal authority.
• Participate in multi‑agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground‑based transportation‑security and counterterrorism missions.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgment

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and related threats. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with the ability to work independently in high‑pressure situations.

Assignments may be domestic or international with irregular schedules and frequent travel. Training and a federal benefits package are provided as part of this demanding law enforcement career path.