Federal Air Marshal — On-Call Flight Security Expert

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

Job summary

Federal Air Marshals—part of the TSA's Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service—protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. This is a demanding, high-pressure career requiring discretion, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency. Duty locations vary and assignments can be irregular, with significant travel.

The position is fulltime with a pay range of $30.00 to $60.00 per hour. Applicants must meet basic eligibility, background, and security requirements, and may be

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or a bachelor's degree or higher, or a qualifying combination of education and experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in high-pressure situations
• Discretion and sound judgment

Responsibilities

• Protects commercial passenger flights from terrorism and other threats
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency
• Conduct investigations, interviews, and advisory activities
• Identify witnesses or suspects and execute warrants as needed
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions
• Engage in assignments including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations

Job description

Federal Air Marshals—part of the TSA's Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service—protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. This is a demanding, high-pressure career requiring discretion, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency. Duty locations vary and assignments can be irregular, with significant travel.

The position is fulltime with a pay range of $30.00 to $60.00 per hour. Applicants must meet basic eligibility, background, and security requirements, and may be