Aviation Security Inspector - Field & Compliance Expert

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Inspector positions in Trenton involve conducting inspections, regulatory reviews, and security assessments to ensure compliance with federal transportation-security requirements. Inspectors work with airport authorities, airlines, and law-enforcement partners to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen aviation security.

You will review programs, processes, and records, prepare detailed reports, and coordinate with TSA personnel and external agencies.

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.
• Must 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 Inspector positions in Trenton involve conducting inspections, regulatory reviews, and security assessments to ensure compliance with federal transportation-security requirements. Inspectors work with airport authorities, airlines, and law-enforcement partners to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen aviation security.

You will review programs, processes, and records, prepare detailed reports, and coordinate with TSA personnel and external agencies.