Aviation Security Inspector: Compliance & Inspections

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term care insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Federal retirement program

Thrift Savings Plan

Flexible spending accounts

Employee-assistance resources

Tuition assistance

Transportation subsidies

Wellness programs

Training

Professional-development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Brewster, NY, is seeking Transportation Security Inspectors to ensure airports, air carriers, cargo facilities, and other regulated aviation entities comply with federal security requirements. The role blends field inspections, regulatory research, security assessments, incident response, and detailed reporting.

The position entails working with airport representatives, airline personnel, and law-enforcement partners to identify vulnerabilities and

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.
• Must complete required Transportation Security Inspector and specialty-specific training.

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 Brewster, NY, is seeking Transportation Security Inspectors to ensure airports, air carriers, cargo facilities, and other regulated aviation entities comply with federal security requirements. The role blends field inspections, regulatory research, security assessments, incident response, and detailed reporting.

The position entails working with airport representatives, airline personnel, and law-enforcement partners to identify vulnerabilities and