Federal Air Marshal: Elite Flight Security & On-Call Duty

TSA Job Listings; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Retirement / Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is recruiting Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other criminal threats. The role combines in‑air and on‑ground operations, requiring discretion, sound judgment, and physical readiness.

Assignments may be irregular and on‑call with frequent travel. Selected candidates must obtain a Top Secret clearance, pass comprehensive assessments, and complete the required training.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and other threats
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency
• Conduct law enforcement, investigations, 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

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years of progressively responsible experience

Qualifying combination of education and relevant experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is recruiting Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other criminal threats. The role combines in‑air and on‑ground operations, requiring discretion, sound judgment, and physical readiness.

Assignments may be irregular and on‑call with frequent travel. Selected candidates must obtain a Top Secret clearance, pass comprehensive assessments, and complete the required training.