Federal Air Marshal: Elite Flight Security & Travel Expert

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in the United States seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect passenger flights from terrorism and criminal threats. The role involves discreet work on domestic and international flights and requires superior judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency.

Candidates must meet strict eligibility, including U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance; training and rapid deployments are common as part of a demanding federal law

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience may qualify.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national and able to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and related threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Carry a firearm and maintain required firearms proficiency.
• Engage in multi‑agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgment

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years of experience

Education + experience mix

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in the United States seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect passenger flights from terrorism and criminal threats. The role involves discreet work on domestic and international flights and requires superior judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency.

Candidates must meet strict eligibility, including U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance; training and rapid deployments are common as part of a demanding federal law