Travel-Ready Federal Air Marshal — Elite Security Agent

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in the United States is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. The role requires discretion, strong judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with the ability to work independently in high‑pressure situations.

Assignments are frequent, potentially international, and may require mobility and irregular schedules.

Qualifications

• Requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness and firearms proficiency.
• Must be able to work independently in high-pressure situations.
• Experience or education alternatives acceptable per vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Carry and maintain firearms proficiency as required for federal duties.
• Conduct investigations, interviews, and coordination with multi-agency partners.
• Participate in diverse law enforcement and counter-terrorism operations.

Skills

Discretion

Judgment

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience in law enforcement or equivalent

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in the United States is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. The role requires discretion, strong judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with the ability to work independently in high‑pressure situations.

Assignments are frequent, potentially international, and may require mobility and irregular schedules.