Aviation Security Compliance Inspector

TSA Hiring Center; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Aberdeen, KY, seeks a Transportation Security Inspector to strengthen aviation security. You will conduct inspections, evaluate airport and airline security programs, and coordinate with airport authorities, carriers, and law enforcement to identify and address vulnerabilities.

This full-time role combines office work with field inspections, requiring U.S. citizenship, background checks, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must successfully complete the required background investigation.
• Must obtain and maintain the security clearance specified in the vacancy.
• May be required to pass pre-employment and post-employment drug testing.
• May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• May be available for required travel, including overnight assignments.
• May need to work changing or nonstandard hours during inspections, incidents, or emergency responses.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews.
• Evaluate airport, airline, and air-cargo security programs and procedures.
• Inspect security processes, records, systems, facilities, and equipment.
• Identify vulnerabilities, compliance concerns, and departures from required standards.
• Review documents and collect information related to inspections or investigations.
• Prepare detailed reports that explain findings, supporting evidence, and required follow-up.
• Recommend or initiate corrective and enforcement actions within assigned authority.
• Respond to security incidents, suspected violations, and emerging transportation threats.
• Participate in approved security tests, exercises, and vulnerability assessments.
• Provide regulatory guidance to airport authorities, air carriers, cargo operators, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate with TSA personnel and federal, state, local, or airport law-enforcement agencies.

Education

Bachelor

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Aberdeen, KY, seeks a Transportation Security Inspector to strengthen aviation security. You will conduct inspections, evaluate airport and airline security programs, and coordinate with airport authorities, carriers, and law enforcement to identify and address vulnerabilities.

This full-time role combines office work with field inspections, requiring U.S. citizenship, background checks, and willingness to travel.