Cargo Screening Supervisor

606 S Access Rd, Franklin Park, IL 60131, USA

Posted Friday, June 26, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Covenant Aviation Security (CAS) is seeking a Cargo Screening Supervisor to lead cargo screening operations supporting Lufthansa Cargo (LCAG) at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). This role serves as the on-site operational leader responsible for supervising screening personnel, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining quality assurance standards, and supporting customer requirements. The Cargo Screening Supervisor plays a critical role in safeguarding the air cargo supply chain through effective leadership, training, oversight, and continuous adherence to TSA, airport authority, customer, and company security requirements.

Founded in 2002, Covenant Aviation Security (CAS) was established to provide a higher standard of transportation security following the events of September 11, 2001. CAS pioneered a customer-focused security model built on a highly trained, professional workforce supported by competitive wages, benefits, and ongoing development. Today, CAS is the largest private contractor providing Screening Partnership Program (SPP) services to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and an industry leader in aviation security solutions.

Through its commitment to safety, compliance, operational excellence, and customer service, CAS provides comprehensive security and screening services for airports, airlines, and government agencies across the United States.

Mention the competitive compensation package starting at $28.00 per hour.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective the first day of the month following sixty (60) days of continuous employment)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-Furnished Uniforms (where applicable)
• Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan provisions and may be modified at the Company's discretion.

• Perform cargo screening duties utilizing TSA-approved screening methods, including X‑ray, Explosive Trace Detection (ETD), physical inspections, and other approved screening technologies.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and provide day‑to‑day leadership to assigned cargo screening personnel.
• Ensure compliance with TSA regulations, LCAG security programs, airport authority requirements, and CAS policies.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and operational audits of screening activities.
• Maintain screening logs, compliance records, training records, maintenance records, and other required documentation.
• Enter and maintain compliance data within customer and company computer systems.
• Assist with initial, recurrent, and on-the-job training for screening personnel.
• Ensure all screening personnel remain properly trained, certified, and qualified.
• Communicate operational issues, security concerns, and regulatory updates to staff and management.
• Serve as the primary liaison between CAS, customer representatives, airport authorities, and TSA inspectors.
• Conduct performance coaching, corrective action, and disciplinary processes as necessary.
• Monitor screening equipment functionality and coordinate required maintenance activities.
• Protect Sensitive Security Information (SSI) in accordance with federal regulations.
• Prepare reports and documentation as required by CAS, LCAG, TSA, and airport authorities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• U.S. Citizenship in accordance with TSA cargo screening requirements.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum two (2) years of cargo screening experience in an airport, air cargo, aviation security, or TSA‑regulated environment.
• Previous supervisory, leadership, training, or quality assurance experience.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry, electronic record‑keeping, and report preparation.
• Ability to operate cargo screening technology after training.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Capacity to complete and…