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.

About the Role

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will join a rewarding career in aviation-based law enforcement. This role offers the unique opportunity to work with a skilled team of pilots and professionals who are at the forefront of national security. You will perform critical duties including air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities to intercept smuggled goods via land, air, and sea. Your day-to-day work involves monitoring suspect behavior, analyzing strategic intelligence, and supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.

AMO is actively recruiting seasoned pilots and those with military training to fill these full-time, security-based positions. If you are looking for job stability, exceptional federal benefits, and a chance to make a tangible impact on border security, this is your opportunity to make your move.

Hiring Process

The application process is streamlined and offers three primary pathways 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 be required to complete a three-part assessment. Upon completion, a duty location will be offered based on operational and mission requirements. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the selected region (Southeast, Southwest, CAMB, or NASOC UAS locations).

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. Veterans' preference eligibility applies to those entitled under 5 U.S.C. 3312, and specific age waivers may apply for veterans or those with prior federal law enforcement service.