Aviation Security Inspector – Compliance & Field Oversight

Airport Jobs Placement; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Arnold is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector to perform inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews across airports, air carriers, and cargo facilities. The role involves evaluating security programs, documenting findings, and coordinating with multiple agencies.

Ideal candidates have experience interpreting transportation-security regulations, identifying vulnerabilities, and preparing

Qualifications

• Inspections conducted to verify compliance with transportation-security laws and regulations.
• Regulatory research and interpretation of applicable security policies.
• Evaluation of airport, airline, and cargo security programs and procedures.
• Identification of vulnerabilities and deviations from established standards.
• Documentation of inspection findings and preparation of technical or investigative reports.
• Communication of regulatory requirements to industry stakeholders.

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, Department of Homeland Security in Arnold is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector to perform inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews across airports, air carriers, and cargo facilities. The role involves evaluating security programs, documenting findings, and coordinating with multiple agencies.

Ideal candidates have experience interpreting transportation-security regulations, identifying vulnerabilities, and preparing