Federal Air Marshal - Entry Level

Federal Air Marshals—commonly called FAMs—are highly trained federal law enforcement officers who protect commercial aviation from terrorism, aircraft piracy, and other criminal threats. Working within TSA’s Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service, they operate both in the air and on the ground to help safeguard passengers, flight crews, airports, and the nation’s transportation system. This is a demanding career that requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations. Federal Air Marshals travel frequently and may receive assignments with limited advance notice. Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security Appointment Type:

Fulltime The duty location is the assigned Federal Air Marshal field office—not a guarantee that all flights will begin or end in Tucker. Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other criminal threats Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights Carry a firearm and maintain the firearms proficiency required for federal law enforcement duties Make arrests and seek or execute warrants within their legal authority Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local law-enforcement partners Perform other specialized assignments, which may include Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication; A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university; Review the current vacancy carefully because qualification standards and document requirements can change. S. citizen or U.Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance Must pass required drug screening, medical evaluation, physical testing, and polygraph examination Must be legally eligible to possess and carry a firearm S. passport Must agree to mobility, travel, irregular-duty, and temporary-assignment requirements Federal law enforcement age rules are detailed and may include exceptions for certain veterans and applicants with qualifying previous federal law enforcement service. Schedule and Travel Requirements This is not a standard eight-hour office position. Duty periods may exceed eight hours and can include nights, weekends, holidays, overnight stays, and travel with little advance notice. Assignments may involve frequent domestic and international travel, including travel to locations that present additional health or security risks. Employees may also receive extended temporary assignments lasting several weeks or months and may be reassigned geographically during their careers. Physical and Firearms Requirements Federal Air Marshals must be prepared for moderate to arduous physical activity. The work can involve running, walking, lifting, standing for extended periods, defensive tactics, physical-control techniques, and operating in confined aircraft environments. Selected candidates must also satisfy federal law enforcement medical standards and maintain the firearms proficiency required for the position. Training Requirements Selected candidates must successfully complete the required in-residence Federal Air Marshal law enforcement training program. Training covers areas such as federal law, firearms, physical conditioning, defensive tactics, investigations, aircraft security, and close-quarters threat response. Successful completion of every required training component is a condition of continued employment. Eligible Federal Air Marshals may receive a federal benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid leave and federal holidays; and retirement coverage under special provisions for qualifying federal law enforcement officers. Availability pay generally begins only after the employee completes initial training and receives Federal Air Marshal credentials. Online application and qualification review Writing, logical-reasoning, and situational-judgment assessments Panel interview and field-office assessment Fingerprinting and reference checks Medical and drug screening Full background investigation and security-clearance review Some hiring stages may require applicants to travel at their own expense. Confirm that the announcement includes your preferred field office, and carefully check the salary, age rules, qualification options, physical standards, required documents, and closing date. Our independent preparation program helps candidates understand the stages of the Federal Air Marshal selection process and prepare with greater confidence. Assessment Battery practice materials Application and resume support