Explosives Threat Specialist — Transportation Security

TSA (Transportation Security Administration); Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Specialist - Explosives (TSS-E) serves as a subject matter expert with advanced knowledge on threats to the traveling public from explosives and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) for the Federal Security Director (FSD) at designated airport(s).

To qualify, completion of formal accredited IED/bomb disposal coursework resulting in a Graduation Certificate from NAVSCOLEOD or FBI‑Hazardous Devices School is required, along with at least one year of specialized

Qualifications

• Formal accredited IED/bomb disposal coursework with Graduation Certificate from NAVSCOLEOD or HDS.
• At least one year of specialized experience at SV-G or GS-11 in the federal service or equivalent private sector roles.
• Experience in bomb program management and responding to alarms involving explosives or IEDs.
• Ability to assess device components to classify explosives (initiators, power, switches, chemicals).

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert on threats from explosives and IEDs for the FSD at designated airport(s).
• Participate as appropriate on bomb squad activities and ensure program requirements are followed.
• Respond to alarms and assess device configurations to determine type of explosive.

Skills

IED knowledge

Bomb disposal knowledge

Explosives expertise

Education

Graduation Certificate from NAVSCOLEOD or FBI HDS

Job description

The Transportation Security Specialist - Explosives (TSS-E) serves as a subject matter expert with advanced knowledge on threats to the traveling public from explosives and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) for the Federal Security Director (FSD) at designated airport(s).

To qualify, completion of formal accredited IED/bomb disposal coursework resulting in a Graduation Certificate from NAVSCOLEOD or FBI‑Hazardous Devices School is required, along with at least one year of specialized