Aviation Security Inspector - Compliance & Field Audits

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Transportation Security Inspectors for aviation opportunities in Megargel, TX. The role focuses on conducting inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews across airports, air carriers, and cargo facilities to strengthen aviation security.

You will evaluate programs, inspect processes, and prepare detailed reports, coordinating with TSA and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Background investigation and security clearance may be required.
• May be required to pass pre-employment drug testing.
• Travel and nonstandard hours may be required.
• Exact education/experience requirements depend on vacancy announcement.

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

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Report writing

Stakeholder coordination

Inspection skills

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Transportation Security Inspectors for aviation opportunities in Megargel, TX. The role focuses on conducting inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews across airports, air carriers, and cargo facilities to strengthen aviation security.

You will evaluate programs, inspect processes, and prepare detailed reports, coordinating with TSA and other stakeholders.