Federal Flight Security Specialist

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in the United States seeks Federal Air Marshals for assignments nationwide, including occasional international postings. The role protects commercial flights, operates on- and off-aircraft, and requires discretion, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility, possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, and be willing to relocate for field assignments.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressive experience showing problem-solving, planning, organization, and communication.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• 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

Skills

Problem-solving

Planning

Organization

Written and Verbal Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in the United States seeks Federal Air Marshals for assignments nationwide, including occasional international postings. The role protects commercial flights, operates on- and off-aircraft, and requires discretion, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility, possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, and be willing to relocate for field assignments.