Air Interdiction Agent
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onLoudon, Loudon County, East Tennessee, Tennessee, 37774, United States
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. The culture is defined by camaraderie, pride, and a shared purpose, offering skilled pilots an opportunity to serve in a law enforcement capacity alongside a mission-driven group.
About the Role
As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will join a rewarding career focused on aviation-based law enforcement operations. Your primary mission is the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, weapons, and contraband attempting to illegally enter or attack the United States. This role involves conducting air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities targeting smuggled goods via land, air, or sea. You will monitor suspect behaviors, analyze strategic and tactical intelligence, and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. AMO actively seeks seasoned pilots and those with military training to fill these full-time security-based positions.
Hiring Process and Application Instructions
There are three ways to apply to become an Air Interdiction Agent:
- Email Application: Complete the Air Interdiction Agent applicant checklist and email it to a recruiter at cbp_amo_recruiting@cbp.dhs.gov along with a copy of your resume.
- USAJOBS: Apply directly through the USAJOBS portal.
- Airline Apps: Apply via the Airline Apps platform.
Stay Updated: It is highly recommended to opt into CBP's talent repository by selecting the Contact a Recruiter button. Choose Air and Marine Operations and Air Interdiction Agent as your position of interest, then complete the pre-screening questions. This ensures you receive monthly updates regarding webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.
Assessment and Placement: A duty location is offered after successfully completing a three-part assessment. Locations are determined by operational and mission requirements within the selected region (Southeast, Southwest, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch, or NASOC UAS locations). You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select.
Equal Opportunity and Culture
We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. As a federal law enforcement position within the Department of Homeland Security, this role adheres to specific citizenship, residency, and age requirements to ensure the integrity and effectiveness of the mission.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Loudon, Loudon County, East Tennessee, Tennessee, 37774, United States
Loudon, Tennessee
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleConduct air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities to interdict smuggled contraband
- check_circleMonitor behavior patterns of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels engaged in illegal activities
- check_circleDevelop strategies and coordinate aircraft and ground assets for mission success
- check_circleEvaluate information rapidly and make judicious decisions during in-flight operations
- check_circleSupport search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions
- check_circleOperate aircraft as Pilot-in-Command in various environments including night and poor weather
- check_circleDetect, prevent, and apprehend terrorists and contraband entering the United States illegally
- check_circleCollect, refine, and analyze strategic and tactical intelligence for law enforcement operations
Requirements
- verifiedU.S. Citizen
- verifiedPrimary U.S. residency for 3 of last 5 years
- verifiedAge 40 or younger (or eligible for waiver)
- verifiedFAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings
- verified1500 total flight hours (waiver to 1000 possible)
- verified250 Pilot-in-Command hours
- verified75 Instrument hours
- verified75 Night hours
- verified100 flight hours in last 12 months (waiver available)
- verifiedFAA Class 2 medical (or Class 1/Military) dated within 12 months
- verified1 year specialized aviation experience as PIC or sole manipulator
Nice to Have
Seasoned pilots and those with military training.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth, dental, and other insurance planscheck_circleGenerous annual and sick leave programcheck_circleThrift Savings Plan retirement plan (akin to 401k)
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Frequently asked questions about Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection
What does a Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection do?expand_more
In this Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection role, you will conduct air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities to interdict smuggled contraband; monitor behavior patterns of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels engaged in illegal activities; develop strategies and coordinate aircraft and ground assets for mission success; and evaluate information rapidly and make judicious decisions during in-flight operations.
What are the requirements for this Air Interdiction Agent role?expand_more
To qualify for the Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection position, applicants should have: U.S. Citizen; Primary U.S. residency for 3 of last 5 years; Age 40 or younger (or eligible for waiver); FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings; 1500 total flight hours (waiver to 1000 possible); and 250 Pilot-in-Command hours.
Where is the Air Interdiction Agent role at U.S. Customs and Border Protection located?expand_more
Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is based in Loudon, Loudon County, East Tennessee, Tennessee, 37774, United States. This is a on-site role.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection has listed this Air Interdiction Agent role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Air Interdiction Agent role?expand_more
Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection include Faa Commercial Pilot Certification; Faa Atp Pilot Certification; Airplane Single-Engine Land Rating; Airplane Multi-Engine Land Rating; Instrument Rating; Rotorcraft Helicopter Rating; Faa Class 2 Medical; and Faa Class 1 Medical.
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Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is part of the consultancy job category on Recrutus.