Aviation Security Inspector — Regulatory & Field Assessments

Airport Security Careers; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Travel and relocation opportunities

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Independence, KS is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector to evaluate and improve aviation security programs and processes at airports, carriers, and cargo facilities. This role combines field inspections, regulatory research, incident response, and detailed reporting to strengthen national transportation security.

Responsibilities include conducting inspections, preparing findings, coordinating with federal and local agencies, and

Qualifications

• Experience conducting regulatory inspections, compliance reviews, investigations, or security assessments.
• Ability to interpret and apply transportation-security laws, regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Experience evaluating security programs, controls, or corrective-action plans.
• Ability to document inspection findings and prepare technical or investigative reports.
• Strong communication skills to convey regulatory requirements to stakeholders.

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 deviations from required standards.
• Prepare detailed reports with findings, evidence and follow-up actions.
• Coordinate with TSA personnel and other agencies as needed.
• Provide regulatory guidance to airport authorities, carriers, and cargo operators.
• Respond to security incidents and emerging transportation threats.
• Participate in approved security tests, exercises, and vulnerability assessments.

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Independence, KS is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector to evaluate and improve aviation security programs and processes at airports, carriers, and cargo facilities. This role combines field inspections, regulatory research, incident response, and detailed reporting to strengthen national transportation security.

Responsibilities include conducting inspections, preparing findings, coordinating with federal and local agencies, and