Aviation Security Compliance Inspector

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Matlock, WA, is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector to conduct inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews of airports, airlines, and cargo facilities. You will identify vulnerabilities and prepare formal reports guiding enforcement where needed.

The role involves field and office work with travel and coordination with federal, state, and local agencies.

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

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

Transportation Security Administration in Matlock, WA, is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector to conduct inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews of airports, airlines, and cargo facilities. You will identify vulnerabilities and prepare formal reports guiding enforcement where needed.

The role involves field and office work with travel and coordination with federal, state, and local agencies.