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. The group is defined by a strong sense of camaraderie, pride, and purpose in its daily mission to secure the nation's borders.

About the Role

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will join a rewarding career in aviation-based law enforcement. Your primary mission is to detect, prevent, and apprehend terrorists, weapons, and contraband attempting to illegally enter or attack the United States. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a skilled team of pilots and law enforcement officers, combining high-stakes security operations with the thrill of flight.

You will conduct air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities targeting smuggled goods via land, air, and sea. The role involves monitoring suspect behavior, analyzing strategic intelligence, and supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. This is a full-time, security-based position designed for seasoned pilots and those with military training who are eager to serve on the front lines of national security.

Hiring Process & Application Instructions

There are three ways to apply to become an Air Interdiction Agent:

1. Direct 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.
2. USAJOBS: Submit your application directly through the USAJOBS portal.
3. Airline Apps: Apply through the Airline Apps platform.

Stay Updated: It is highly recommended to opt into CBP's talent repository. Select the Contact a Recruiter button, choose Air and Marine Operations and Air Interdiction Agent as your position of interest, and complete the pre-screening questions. This ensures you receive monthly updates on webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.

Note on Locations: Duty locations are assigned based on operational and mission requirements. Successful candidates must be willing to work at any location within their selected region, including the Southeast, Southwest, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB), or National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC) UAS locations.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position to meet critical hiring needs. Veterans' preference eligibility is recognized in accordance with federal statutes.