Aviation Security Inspector — Compliance & Inspections

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Inspector positions are with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Inspectors assess airport, airline, and cargo security programs, ensure compliance with federal requirements, and prepare detailed investigative reports.

Role combines office reviews with field inspections, collaborating with airport authorities and enforcement partners. Travel and irregular hours may be required, and training is provided as part of the position.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience at the level stated in the vacancy.
• Interpreting and applying transportation-security laws, regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Evaluating security programs and operational controls.
• Identifying security vulnerabilities or violations of established standards.
• Documenting inspection findings and preparing technical or investigative reports.
• Communicating regulatory requirements to regulated organizations and 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.

Skills

Regulatory inspections

Security assessments

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Transportation Security Inspector positions are with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Inspectors assess airport, airline, and cargo security programs, ensure compliance with federal requirements, and prepare detailed investigative reports.

Role combines office reviews with field inspections, collaborating with airport authorities and enforcement partners. Travel and irregular hours may be required, and training is provided as part of the position.