Federal Air Marshal: On-Call Flight Security Pro

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect passenger flights from terrorism and other threats. Based in Dalton, NY, you will operate both in the air and on the ground, carry firearms, and participate in multi‑agency operations while maintaining high readiness and discretion.

This role requires meeting basic eligibility, completing a rigorous training program, passing medical and security clearances, and accepting irregular

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

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect passenger flights from terrorism and other threats. Based in Dalton, NY, you will operate both in the air and on the ground, carry firearms, and participate in multi‑agency operations while maintaining high readiness and discretion.

This role requires meeting basic eligibility, completing a rigorous training program, passing medical and security clearances, and accepting irregular