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 serve as a skilled pilot and law enforcement officer, performing aviation-based operations to secure the nation's borders. This is a unique opportunity to combine your aviation expertise with a career in federal law enforcement, working alongside a team where your skills are in high demand.

You will be part of a dynamic environment where you conduct air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities against smuggled contraband via land, air, or sea. Your day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring suspect behavior, analyzing strategic intelligence, and supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Whether operating fixed-wing aircraft or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), you will be making critical, rapid decisions in diverse environments to uphold national security.

Hiring Process & Application Instructions

AMO offers a streamlined application process for qualified candidates. There are three primary ways to apply:

1. Direct Contact: Complete 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. Upon completion, a duty location will be offered based on operational and mission requirements. You must be willing to work at any location within the selected region, including the Southeast, Southwest, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB), or National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC).

Equal Opportunity & Culture

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. As a federal law enforcement agency, we are committed to diversity and inclusion within our ranks. Veterans' preference eligibility applies to qualified veterans, and specific age waivers are available for those with prior creditable law enforcement service or veterans' preference status.