Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights & Counterterrorism

Airport Security Jobs Center; Modesto (CA); Sur place; USD 41 000 - 83 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorist threats and to operate both in the air and on the ground. This role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency.

The position involves irregular schedules, long travel, and the ability to work independently in high‑pressure environments. Applicants must qualify through experience or education, with stringent background checks and training

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

Responsabilités

• 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

Connaissances

Problem-solving

Planning

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree or higher

Description du poste

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorist threats and to operate both in the air and on the ground. This role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency.

The position involves irregular schedules, long travel, and the ability to work independently in high‑pressure environments. Applicants must qualify through experience or education, with stringent background checks and training