Elite Flight Security Agent – On-Call & Travel Ready

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is offering Federal Air Marshal opportunities in Gifford, SC. Federal Air Marshals protect commercial flights from terrorism, operate both in the air and on the ground, and may receive assignments with limited notice.

The role demands discretion, judgment, and physical readiness, with reporting travel as needed. Applicants must qualify through experience, education, or a combination, and may need transcripts if using education to qualify.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or a bachelor's degree or higher or a qualifying combination of education and experience
• Review of vacancy announcements may specify different qualification requirements
• Transcripts required if education is used to qualify

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other threats
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup
• Carry firearm and maintain proficiency for federal duties
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities
• Interview witnesses or suspects when required
• Make arrests and execute warrants within authority
• Participate in multi‑agency operations with federal/state/local partners
• Support ground‑based security and counterterrorism missions
• Perform other specialized assignments including Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is offering Federal Air Marshal opportunities in Gifford, SC. Federal Air Marshals protect commercial flights from terrorism, operate both in the air and on the ground, and may receive assignments with limited notice.

The role demands discretion, judgment, and physical readiness, with reporting travel as needed. Applicants must qualify through experience, education, or a combination, and may need transcripts if using education to qualify.