Federal Air Marshal - Elite Aviation Security Specialist

Federal Screening Careers; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement coverage for qualifying LEO

Law Enforcement Availability Pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation, operate on air and ground assignments, and respond to threats with limited backup. The role emphasizes discretion, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency across domestic and international flights.

Applicants must meet eligibility criteria, including U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance, with flexible duty schedules and extensive travel requirements inherent to

Qualifications

• Experience, education, or a combination to meet basic eligibility
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance

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

Skills

Discretion

Judgment

Firearms proficiency

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Job description

Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation, operate on air and ground assignments, and respond to threats with limited backup. The role emphasizes discretion, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency across domestic and international flights.

Applicants must meet eligibility criteria, including U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance, with flexible duty schedules and extensive travel requirements inherent to