Aviation Security Inspector — Compliance & Risk Analysis

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Transportation Security Inspectors to conduct inspections and security assessments at airports and related facilities. The role involves evaluating security programs, reviewing records, and preparing reports that support corrective actions and enforcement as needed.

Offered as a full-time position with location in Eureka, MO. The role may require travel, irregular hours, and adherence to federal employment requirements.

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 (TSA) is seeking Transportation Security Inspectors to conduct inspections and security assessments at airports and related facilities. The role involves evaluating security programs, reviewing records, and preparing reports that support corrective actions and enforcement as needed.

Offered as a full-time position with location in Eureka, MO. The role may require travel, irregular hours, and adherence to federal employment requirements.