Air Interdiction Agent

About the Team

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is an elite team of highly trained professionals dedicated to protecting America. Our mission is defined by camaraderie, pride, and a shared purpose to detect, prevent, and interdict terrorists, weapons, and contraband from illegally entering or attacking the United States. We offer skilled pilots an opportunity to join a law enforcement career that combines aviation expertise with a critical national security mandate.

About the Role

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will serve as a frontline defender, performing aviation-based law enforcement operations. This role is designed for seasoned pilots and those with military training who seek an exciting, rewarding career with exceptional federal benefits and job stability. Your day-to-day activities will involve conducting air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities to intercept smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. You will monitor suspect behavior patterns, collect and analyze strategic intelligence, and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. This is a full-time, security-based position where your skills directly impact the safety of the nation.

Hiring Process and Application Instructions

AMO utilizes a streamlined application process for these high-demand opportunities. There are three primary ways to apply:

1. Direct Contact: Fill out the Air Interdiction Agent applicant checklist and email it to a recruiter at cbp_amo_recruiting@cbp.dhs.gov along with your resume.
2. USAJOBS: Submit your application directly through the USAJOBS portal.
3. Airline Apps: Apply via the Airline Apps platform.

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Successful candidates will undergo a three-part assessment. A duty location will be offered after this assessment, based on operational and mission requirements. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select, including the Southeast, Southwest, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB), or National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC) UAS locations.

Equal Opportunity and Culture

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. As a federal law enforcement position within the Department of Homeland Security, this role adheres to specific age and citizenship requirements to ensure the integrity and effectiveness of our mission-critical operations.