Aviation Security Compliance Inspector

Airport Security Careers; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Herndon, VA, seeks Transportation Security Inspectors to assess aviation security programs, conduct inspections, and prepare detailed regulatory reports. The role focuses on evaluating compliance across airports, air carriers, and cargo facilities while collaborating with law-enforcement partners and stakeholders.

The position involves field inspections, regulatory research, incident response, and thorough documentation to strengthen aviation

Qualifications

• Specialized experience at the level stated in the official vacancy.
• Experience interpreting transportation-security laws, regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Ability to document inspection findings and prepare technical or investigative reports.

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, evidence, and required follow-up
• Coordinate with TSA personnel and agencies as needed
• Respond to security incidents, suspected violations, and emerging transportation threats
• Provide regulatory guidance to airport authorities, air carriers, and cargo operators

Skills

Regulatory inspections

Security assessments

Incident response

Report writing

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Herndon, VA, seeks Transportation Security Inspectors to assess aviation security programs, conduct inspections, and prepare detailed regulatory reports. The role focuses on evaluating compliance across airports, air carriers, and cargo facilities while collaborating with law-enforcement partners and stakeholders.

The position involves field inspections, regulatory research, incident response, and thorough documentation to strengthen aviation