Federal Air Marshal — On‑Call Flight Security

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and the ability to operate in high-pressure environments, with assignments that may travel both domestically and internationally.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility, including U.S.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in problem-solving, planning, organization, and communication.
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• A qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Protects commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Carry a firearm and maintain required firearms proficiency.

Skills

Three years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and the ability to operate in high-pressure environments, with assignments that may travel both domestically and internationally.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility, including U.S.