Traveling Federal Air Marshal — Flight Security Expert

Airport Security Jobs Center; Mount Holly (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect U.S. aviation. Officers may operate both in the air and on the ground, often with irregular schedules and limited notice.

Qualified candidates must demonstrate discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently under pressure. Travel is frequent and assignments vary by agency needs.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience, or a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or an acceptable combination of both.
• Review vacancy requirements; transcripts may be requested for education-based qualification.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and other threats.
• Aid in operations on domestic and international flights.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when required.
• Carry a firearm and maintain required proficiency.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.

Skills

Discretion

Judgment

Physical fitness

Firearms proficiency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years of progressively responsible experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect U.S. aviation. Officers may operate both in the air and on the ground, often with irregular schedules and limited notice.

Qualified candidates must demonstrate discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently under pressure. Travel is frequent and assignments vary by agency needs.