Aviation Security Compliance Inspector

Federal Screening Careers; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Kansas City seeks Transportation Security Inspectors to evaluate airports, airlines, and cargo facilities for compliance with federal security requirements.

The role blends field inspections, regulatory research, security assessments, incident response, and detailed report writing. You will collaborate with airport authorities, airline staff, and law enforcement to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen aviation security.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen or U.S. national is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the specified security clearance.
• Willingness to travel and work varying hours as needed.

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

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Kansas City seeks Transportation Security Inspectors to evaluate airports, airlines, and cargo facilities for compliance with federal security requirements.

The role blends field inspections, regulatory research, security assessments, incident response, and detailed report writing. You will collaborate with airport authorities, airline staff, and law enforcement to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen aviation security.