Aviation Security Inspector — Regulatory & Field Inspections

TSA Hiring Center; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in South Bend, IN is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector to support aviation security programs and conduct field inspections. The role blends regulatory oversight with security assessments and detailed reporting across airports and air- cargo operations.

Responsibilities include coordinating with airport authorities, airlines, and law‑enforcement partners to identify and address vulnerabilities, write comprehensive reports, and help strengthen

Qualifications

• Specialized experience at the level stated in the official vacancy.
• Regulatory inspections and security assessments.
• Interpreting transportation-security laws and policies.
• Preparing technical or investigative reports.

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
• Coordinate with TSA personnel and other agencies

Skills

Regulatory inspections

Security assessments

Report writing

Stakeholder coordination

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in South Bend, IN is seeking a Transportation Security Inspector to support aviation security programs and conduct field inspections. The role blends regulatory oversight with security assessments and detailed reporting across airports and air- cargo operations.

Responsibilities include coordinating with airport authorities, airlines, and law‑enforcement partners to identify and address vulnerabilities, write comprehensive reports, and help strengthen