Protect Air Travel as a Federal Air Marshal

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave & holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals for assignments nationwide. Duties include protecting commercial flights, conducting investigations, and engaging with partners to counter threats.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, training, and security requirements, with travel and irregular hours as part of the role. Salary ranges are disclosed as pay of $30.00–$60.00 per hour with full-time appointment and a defined pay band.

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 related threats.
• Operate discreetly aboard domestic and international flights as needed.
• Carry a firearm and maintain required firearms proficiency.
• Engage in law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Interview witnesses or suspects and participate in multi-agency operations.
• Travel frequently and may be on irregular schedules with short notice.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgment

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals for assignments nationwide. Duties include protecting commercial flights, conducting investigations, and engaging with partners to counter threats.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, training, and security requirements, with travel and irregular hours as part of the role. Salary ranges are disclosed as pay of $30.00–$60.00 per hour with full-time appointment and a defined pay band.