Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights & Safeguard Skies

TSA Jobs Placement; Elmwood Park (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. Marshals operate both on flights and on the ground, applying discretion, judgment, and physical readiness in high‑pressure environments. Applicants must meet basic eligibility, including U.S.

citizenship, 21+ years old, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. The job involves irregular schedules, long travel, firearms proficiency, and the ability

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; 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

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. Marshals operate both on flights and on the ground, applying discretion, judgment, and physical readiness in high‑pressure environments. Applicants must meet basic eligibility, including U.S.

citizenship, 21+ years old, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. The job involves irregular schedules, long travel, firearms proficiency, and the ability