Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights & Fly Worldwide

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Springfield, VA is recruiting Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and counter terrorism. The role requires readiness for irregular schedules, extensive travel, and the ability to carry firearms with proficiency. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S.

citizenship, age, background clearance, and fitness standards. This is a demanding, high-responsibility federal position with opportunities across domestic and

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication.
• 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.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency.
• 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, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Planning

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Springfield, VA is recruiting Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and counter terrorism. The role requires readiness for irregular schedules, extensive travel, and the ability to carry firearms with proficiency. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S.

citizenship, age, background clearance, and fitness standards. This is a demanding, high-responsibility federal position with opportunities across domestic and