Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights & Counterterrorism

TSA Jobs Placement; Milton (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation and enforce federal law on domestic and international flights. The role requires discretion, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria and complete extensive training and security clearances. The position offers a demanding schedule, irregular hours, and frequent travel with the potential for

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication.
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university;
• 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.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation and enforce federal law on domestic and international flights. The role requires discretion, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria and complete extensive training and security clearances. The position offers a demanding schedule, irregular hours, and frequent travel with the potential for