Airport Screening Training Lead - TSA Instructor

Leidos; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Leidos in ROC, NY, seeks a Security Training Instructor to deliver TSA screener training, manage TSO-BTP instruction and OJT, and provide ongoing certification support for the screening workforce while also performing screening duties as scheduled.

The role requires building ROC-specific materials, coordinating with TSA, mentoring instructors, and supporting certification processes. Relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET/TASC) or security-related work experience.
• One year of experience as a certified TSO-equivalent screener at a senior/certified level.
• Six months of experience using instructional methods to train others.
• Candidate must obtain/maintain TSA Public Trust (US Citizenship required).
• Able to meet physical/medical requirements for screening work and flexible/extended ROC hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide screening instruction per TSA-approved training programs and standards.
• Develop ROC-specific training materials and conduct local training.
• Support training department administration (OLC entry, roster, tests, evaluations).
• Manage classroom dynamics and evaluate training delivery; suggest enhancements.
• Communicate with Program Manager and TSA about training issues and vulnerabilities.
• Mentor Assistant Training Instructors and screeners to address training needs.
• Administer and score training tests and support certifications (PSOs, Level 3).
• Oversee ATIs and TDTP-related training pipelines for certification.

Skills

Screener training

Instructional methods

OJT management

Classroom management

Coaching/mentoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Leidos in ROC, NY, seeks a Security Training Instructor to deliver TSA screener training, manage TSO-BTP instruction and OJT, and provide ongoing certification support for the screening workforce while also performing screening duties as scheduled.

The role requires building ROC-specific materials, coordinating with TSA, mentoring instructors, and supporting certification processes. Relocation assistance is available.