Federal Air Marshal: Elite Flight Security Agent

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Federal Air Marshals who protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to operate independently in high-pressure environments.

Officers may be assigned to domestic and international flights, carry weapons, and participate in multi‑agency operations.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication.
• 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 to potential threats with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency for federal duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects as required.
• Make arrests and seek/execute warrants within legal authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform other specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Experience in law enforcement

Discretion and sound judgment

Independent work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Combination of education and experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Federal Air Marshals who protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to operate independently in high-pressure environments.

Officers may be assigned to domestic and international flights, carry weapons, and participate in multi‑agency operations.