Federal Air Marshal: High-Impact Aviation Security On-Call

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. Responsibilities include discreetly operating aboard flights and safeguarding passengers and crews.

Applicants must meet stringent eligibility, background and fitness requirements, with travel and irregular schedules as part of the role. A bachelor’s degree or higher is required, along with relevant experience or a combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

• Discretion, sound judgment and physical readiness are required.
• Ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.
• Firearms proficiency and law enforcement aptitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup.

Skills

Discretion and sound judgment

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independent work in high-pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. Responsibilities include discreetly operating aboard flights and safeguarding passengers and crews.

Applicants must meet stringent eligibility, background and fitness requirements, with travel and irregular schedules as part of the role. A bachelor’s degree or higher is required, along with relevant experience or a combination of education and experience.