On-Call Federal Air Marshal — Elite Aviation Security

Airport Security Jobs Center; Patterson (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites qualified candidates to become Federal Air Marshals. This role protects commercial flights from terrorism, operates both in the air and on the ground, and requires discretion, judgment, and physical readiness.

Assignments may involve irregular schedules and frequent travel. Applicants must meet basic eligibility, possess a bachelor's degree or higher, and have 3 years of relevant experience or an acceptable combination of education and

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating problem-solving, planning, organization, and 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 and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency for federal duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, and advisory activities.
• Identify interview witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and seek/execute warrants within authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform other specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Three years of experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites qualified candidates to become Federal Air Marshals. This role protects commercial flights from terrorism, operates both in the air and on the ground, and requires discretion, judgment, and physical readiness.

Assignments may involve irregular schedules and frequent travel. Applicants must meet basic eligibility, possess a bachelor's degree or higher, and have 3 years of relevant experience or an acceptable combination of education and