Federal Air Marshal: On-Call Global Security Leader

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats, serving both on domestic and international aircraft as part of the Federal Air Marshal Service.

Successful candidates demonstrate discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with the ability to work independently under pressure while supporting multi-agency operations and investigations.

Qualifications

• Discretion and sound judgment are essential.
• High physical readiness and fitness are required.
• Firearms proficiency is mandatory for federal duties.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorism and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain required firearms proficiency.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigations, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and execute warrants within authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform other specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgement

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years of experience

Education plus experience combination

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats, serving both on domestic and international aircraft as part of the Federal Air Marshal Service.

Successful candidates demonstrate discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with the ability to work independently under pressure while supporting multi-agency operations and investigations.