Aviation Security Inspector – Field Compliance & Impact

Airport Jobs Placement; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Newport, OR, seeks a Transportation Security Inspector to inspect airports, carriers, and cargo facilities, evaluating programs, records, and procedures to enforce security standards.

You will conduct field inspections, analyze regulations, and prepare detailed reports, coordinating with law enforcement and airport stakeholders to address vulnerabilities and enforce compliance.

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.
• May need to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• May be required to travel, including overnight assignments.

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 and departures from required standards.
• Review documents and collect information related to inspections or investigations.
• Prepare detailed reports explaining findings and required follow-up.
• Recommend or initiate corrective and enforcement actions within authority.
• Respond to security incidents and emerging transportation threats.
• Participate in approved security tests, exercises, and vulnerability assessments.
• Provide regulatory guidance to airport authorities and industry stakeholders.
• Coordinate with TSA personnel and other agencies.

Skills

Regulatory inspections

Security assessments

Report writing

Incident response

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Newport, OR, seeks a Transportation Security Inspector to inspect airports, carriers, and cargo facilities, evaluating programs, records, and procedures to enforce security standards.

You will conduct field inspections, analyze regulations, and prepare detailed reports, coordinating with law enforcement and airport stakeholders to address vulnerabilities and enforce compliance.