Dave Mousaw
About Dave Mousaw
Dave Mousaw is the Airport Security Manager at Ontario International Airport, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in airport security, having previously held various roles at the Transportation Security Administration and served as a Security Specialist in the United States Air Force.
Work at Ontario International Airport Authority
Dave Mousaw serves as the Airport Security Manager at Ontario International Airport, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring compliance with airport security regulations, including 49 CFR Part 1542 and applicable Security Directives. He leads a team that implements airport rules and regulations, as well as TSA regulations related to vetting and badging. Additionally, he oversees the Security Badge Office team, ensuring that security protocols are maintained effectively.
Experience with Transportation Security Administration
Mousaw has extensive experience with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), where he worked for 16 years in various roles. He began as a Mobile Screening Force member for seven months in 2002. He then served as a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer from 2002 to 2008, followed by a decade as a Transportation Security Inspector - Aviation from 2008 to 2018. His roles involved direct oversight of security operations and compliance with federal regulations.
Military Background
Before his tenure at the TSA, Dave Mousaw served in the United States Air Force as a Security Specialist from 1986 to 1990. His military service included assignments in Germany, Arizona, and Panama. This experience provided him with foundational skills in security operations and leadership, which he has applied throughout his career in airport security.
Education and Training
Mousaw has completed various training programs related to security and leadership. He studied at the TSA Physical Security Training Program, TSA Transportation Security Inspector Training Program, and TSA Behavior Recognition Training Program, among others. His education also includes participation in the Greater Los Angeles Federal Executive Board - Leadership Associates Program in 2013, which focused on developing leadership skills within federal agencies.
Leadership and Compliance Oversight
In his current role, Dave Mousaw leads a team dedicated to the adoption and implementation of security regulations at Ontario International Airport. He ensures that all security measures align with TSA requirements and oversees the operations of the Security Badge Office. His leadership is crucial in maintaining the integrity of airport security protocols and fostering a culture of compliance among staff.