Federal Air Marshal – High‑Stakes Aviation Security

Airport Security Jobs Center; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. Based in Oregon, field offices may shift and require frequent travel, irregular schedules, and Top Secret clearances.

Applicants must meet eligibility via experience or a bachelor's degree, and pass rigorous training, physical tests, and background checks. Benefits include federal insurance and leave, with a dynamic federal law enforcement role.

Qualifications

• Experience or education-based eligibility; transcripts may be required if using education to qualify.
• Review vacancy specifics as qualification standards may vary.
• Federal age, citizenship, and security requirements apply.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorism and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry firearms and maintain required proficiency.
• Conduct investigations, interviews, and advisory activities.
• Identify witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and execute warrants within authority.
• Participate in multi‑agency operations with partners.
• Support ground security and counterterrorism missions.
• May participate in Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgment

Independent work

Firearms proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years experience

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. Based in Oregon, field offices may shift and require frequent travel, irregular schedules, and Top Secret clearances.

Applicants must meet eligibility via experience or a bachelor's degree, and pass rigorous training, physical tests, and background checks. Benefits include federal insurance and leave, with a dynamic federal law enforcement role.