Air Interdiction Agent
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCave City Post Office, 309, Broadway Street, Cave City, Barren County, Kentucky, 42127, 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 of the team is defined by camaraderie, pride, and a shared purpose in law enforcement aviation.
About the Role
As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will join a rewarding career focused on aviation-based law enforcement operations. Your mission is to detect, prevent, and apprehend terrorists, weapons, and contraband attempting to illegally enter or attack the United States. This role involves conducting air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities against smuggled goods moving via land, air, or sea. You will also monitor suspect behaviors, analyze strategic intelligence, and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.
This position is ideal for seasoned pilots and those with military training seeking a dynamic environment where your skills directly impact national security. The role offers the opportunity to work with a mission-driven team in a variety of operational settings.
Hiring Process and Application Instructions
There are three primary 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 your resume.
- USAJOBS: Submit your application 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 will enroll you in monthly updates regarding webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.
Duty 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, which may include:
- Southeast Region: Homestead, FL and Aguadilla, PR.
- Southwest Region: Tucson and Yuma, AZ; San Diego, CA; El Paso, Laredo, and McAllen, TX.
- NASOC UAS Locations: Sierra Vista, AZ; San Angelo, TX.
A duty location will be offered after successfully completing a three-part assessment.
Equal Opportunity and Culture
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants regardless of background. The agency is committed to diversity and inclusion within its ranks. Veterans' preference eligibility applies to qualifying veterans, and specific age waivers are available for those with creditable law enforcement service or veterans' preference status.
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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
Day-to-day, the Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection 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; perform aviation-based law enforcement to detect and prevent terrorist entry into the united states; and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions.
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. Citizenship; Primary U.S. residency for at least 3 of the last 5 years; Maximum age 40 (or 37 without waiver) for original appointment; FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings; FAA Class 2 medical (or Class 1/Military) dated within last 12 months; and 1,500 total flight hours (waiver to 1,000 possible).
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 Cave City Post Office, 309, Broadway Street, Cave City, Barren County, Kentucky, 42127, United States. This is a on-site role.