Federal Air Marshal: Elite In-Flight Security Agent

Federal Screening Careers; Neosho (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking qualified candidates for Federal Air Marshal positions based in Neosho, MO. This highly selective role involves protecting commercial flights, operating both in the air and on the ground, and adapting to irregular schedules and travel demands.

Applicants must meet stringent eligibility requirements, including residency considerations, background investigations, and security clearances.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates problem‑solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication; or
• A 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 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

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Verbal communication

Written communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Combination of education and experience

Tools

Firearms proficiency

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking qualified candidates for Federal Air Marshal positions based in Neosho, MO. This highly selective role involves protecting commercial flights, operating both in the air and on the ground, and adapting to irregular schedules and travel demands.

Applicants must meet stringent eligibility requirements, including residency considerations, background investigations, and security clearances.