Aviation Security Inspector – Field & Compliance Expert

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Imperial, California is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector – Aviation to conduct inspections, security assessments, and regulatory reviews at airports and related facilities.

The role involves evaluating programs, identifying vulnerabilities, and preparing detailed reports while coordinating with stakeholders. It is a full-time position in the SV-F pay band, with a pay range of $26.00–$48.00 per hour and travel requirements may apply.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in regulatory inspections, compliance reviews, investigations, or security assessments.
• Interpreting and applying transportation-security laws, regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Evaluating security programs, operational controls, or corrective-action plans.
• 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.
• The required amount and level of experience depends on the pay band and inspector specialty.

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 Imperial, California is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector – Aviation to conduct inspections, security assessments, and regulatory reviews at airports and related facilities.

The role involves evaluating programs, identifying vulnerabilities, and preparing detailed reports while coordinating with stakeholders. It is a full-time position in the SV-F pay band, with a pay range of $26.00–$48.00 per hour and travel requirements may apply.