Aviation Security Inspector — Field Oversight & Compliance

TSA Hiring Service; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, in Houston, seeks a Transportation Security Inspector to evaluate airport and aviation security programs, conduct inspections, and prepare detailed investigative reports. The role combines field work with regulatory analysis and collaboration with airport authorities and law enforcement.

The position emphasizes identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with security standards, and coordinating with stakeholders to

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 Administration, Department of Homeland Security, in Houston, seeks a Transportation Security Inspector to evaluate airport and aviation security programs, conduct inspections, and prepare detailed investigative reports. The role combines field work with regulatory analysis and collaboration with airport authorities and law enforcement.

The position emphasizes identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with security standards, and coordinating with stakeholders to