TSA Security Inspector - Airport Jobs

Airport Security Hiring; Cherry Valley (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Federal retirement program

Thrift Savings Plan

Flexible spending accounts

Employee‑assistance resources

Tuition assistance

Transportation subsidies

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in the United States seeks a Transportation Security Inspector to assess aviation security programs and compliance. You will conduct inspections, compile findings, and collaborate with airports, airlines, and law‑enforcement partners to strengthen security across the aviation network.

The role covers field inspections, regulatory research, incident response, and detailed reporting, with responsibilities across offices and airports as part of a nationwide

Qualifications

• Experience conducting regulatory inspections and reviews.
• Ability to interpret transportation-security laws and policies.
• Experience evaluating security programs and corrective actions.
• Document inspection findings and prepare technical 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 and compliance concerns; report findings.
• Prepare detailed reports with evidence and follow‑up actions.
• Provide regulatory guidance to airport authorities and operators.
• Coordinate with TSA personnel and law‑enforcement agencies.

Skills

Regulatory inspections

Report writing

Coordination with agencies

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Transportation Security Inspector – Aviation Opportunities in Cherry

Transportation Security Inspectors help ensure that airports, air carriers, cargo facilities, and other regulated aviation organizations follow federal transportation-security requirements. Rather than screening passengers at a checkpoint, inspectors evaluate the systems, procedures, records, and security programs designed to protect the broader aviation network.

This role combines field inspections, regulatory research, security assessments, incident response, and detailed report writing. Inspectors work with airport representatives, airline personnel, law‑enforcement partners, and other stakeholders to identify compliance concerns and strengthen aviation security.

Position Details

• Official Title: Transportation Security Inspector – {inspector_specialty}
• Location: {airport_or_office}, Cherry, IL
• Employer: Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security
• Salary: {salary_min}–{salary_max} per year
• Pay Band: {pay_band}
• Schedule: {work_schedule}
• Travel: {travel_requirement}
• Appointment Type: {appointment_type}
• Who May Apply: {who_may_apply}
• Security Clearance: {security_clearance}
• Application Deadline: {closing_date}

Some inspector vacancies are open only to current TSA employees or applicants who qualify through a specific federal hiring path. Review the official announcement before applying to confirm your eligibility.

What You May Do

• 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

Experience Requirements

• Conducting regulatory inspections, compliance reviews, investigations, or security assessments
• Interpreting and applying transportation‑security laws, regulations, policies, or procedures
• Evaluating security programs, operational controls, or corrective‑action plans
• Identifying security vulnerabilities or violations of established standards
• Documenting inspection findings and preparing technical or investigative reportsCommunicating regulatory requirements to regulated organizations and industry stakeholders

The required amount and level of experience depend on the pay band and inspector specialty. Do not assume that general airport‑security experience automatically satisfies the specialized‑experience requirement.

Education Requirements

A particular degree may not be required unless the vacancy announcement specifically identifies an education requirement or permits education to substitute for part of the required experience. Applicants relying on education may need to provide transcripts from an accredited institution.

Conditions of Employment

• 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
• May be required to file a confidential financial disclosure report
• Conditions vary by assignment. Only include drug testing, financial disclosure, medical standards, or a specific clearance when the official vacancy lists that requirement.

Schedule and Work Environment

Transportation Security Inspectors divide their time between office‑based review and field activity. Work may take place at airports, airline facilities, cargo operations, restricted areas, or other regulated transportation locations.

The position may involve driving, walking through large facilities, standing during inspections, accessing controlled areas, and working around aircraft, vehicles, machinery, or active transportation operations. Travel and uncommon work hours may be required when responding to incidents or completing inspections outside normal operating periods.

Federal Benefits

• health, dental, vision, life, and long-term-care insurance
• paid leave and federal holidays
• a federal retirement program
• participation in the Thrift Savings Plan
• flexible spending accounts
• employee‑assistance resources

• tuition assistance
• transportation subsidies
• wellness programs
• training
• professional-development opportunities

Eligibility depends on the appointment type, work schedule, and terms of the individual vacancy.