Aviation Security Inspector - Field & Compliance Expert

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Inspector positions in Englewood, NJ offer field inspections, regulatory research, and security assessments within the aviation network. You will work with airport representatives, airline personnel, law enforcement, and other stakeholders to identify compliance gaps and strengthen security. The role requires evaluating security programs, reviewing records, and preparing detailed reports.

Eligible candidates may undergo background checks and must be U.S. citizens.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in regulatory inspections, compliance reviews, investigations, or security assessments.
• Ability to interpret and apply transportation-security laws, regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Experience evaluating security programs, operational controls, or corrective-action plans.
• Experience identifying security vulnerabilities or violations of established standards.
• Experience documenting inspection findings and preparing technical or investigative reports.
• Ability to communicate 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.

Job description

Transportation Security Inspector positions in Englewood, NJ offer field inspections, regulatory research, and security assessments within the aviation network. You will work with airport representatives, airline personnel, law enforcement, and other stakeholders to identify compliance gaps and strengthen security. The role requires evaluating security programs, reviewing records, and preparing detailed reports.

Eligible candidates may undergo background checks and must be U.S. citizens.