Aviation Security Inspector: Field & Compliance Expert

Airport Security Hiring; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Fairfield (WA) is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector to inspect aviation security programs, assess compliance, and prepare detailed reports. The role involves field and office work, coordinating with airport authorities and law-enforcement partners, and applying federal regulations to strengthen aviation security.

Travel and irregular hours may be required. Applicants must be U.S.

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
• May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• May be available for required travel, including occasional overnight assignments
• May need to work changing or nonstandard hours during inspections, incidents, or emergency responses

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 Fairfield (WA) is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector to inspect aviation security programs, assess compliance, and prepare detailed reports. The role involves field and office work, coordinating with airport authorities and law-enforcement partners, and applying federal regulations to strengthen aviation security.

Travel and irregular hours may be required. Applicants must be U.S.