Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on400, East 130th Street, Philip Murray Homes, Riverdale, Chicago, Hyde Park Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60628, 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. 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 is designed for skilled pilots interested in a dynamic mission where your expertise directly impacts national security. You will partner with a diverse team to conduct air patrol, 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.
AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time, security-based opportunities. We are particularly seeking seasoned pilots and those with military training to join our ranks. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your flight skills in a high-stakes, purpose-driven environment with excellent federal benefits and job stability.
Hiring Process
The application process is streamlined but rigorous, designed to identify the most qualified candidates for this critical mission. There are three primary ways to apply:
- 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.
- USAJOBS: Submit your application directly through the USAJOBS portal.
- Airline Apps: Apply via the Airline Apps platform.
Stay Updated: We highly recommend opting 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.
Successful candidates will be offered a duty location based on operational and mission requirements after completing a three-part assessment. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the selected region, including the Southeast, Southwest, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB), or National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC) UAS locations.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants regardless of background. We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our ranks. Veterans' preference eligibility is recognized in accordance with federal statutes, and specific provisions regarding age requirements and service credit are applied to ensure compliance with DHS and OPM regulations.
Work location
Work model: On-site
400, East 130th Street, Philip Murray Homes, Riverdale, Chicago, Hyde Park Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60628, United States
Chicago, Illinois
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_circlePerform aviation-based law enforcement to detect and prevent terrorist entry into the United States
- check_circleSupport search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions
- check_circleCollect, refine, and analyze strategic and tactical intelligence for law enforcement operations
- check_circleOperate aircraft as Pilot-in-Command to intercept contraband via land, air, or sea
Requirements
- verifiedU.S. Citizen
- verifiedPrimary U.S. residency for 3 of last 5 years
- verifiedAge 40 or under (or eligible for age waiver)
- verifiedFAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings
- verifiedFAA Class 2 medical (or Class 1/Military) dated within 12 months
- 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
- verified1 year specialized aviation experience
- verifiedCompletion of Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC)
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)check_circleOne-time $10,000 Recruitment Incentive for new hiresLaw Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP)
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Day-to-day, the Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities 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.
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To qualify for the Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities 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 under (or eligible for age waiver); FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings; FAA Class 2 medical (or Class 1/Military) dated within 12 months; and 1500 total flight hours (waiver to 1000 possible).
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Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is based in 400, East 130th Street, Philip Murray Homes, Riverdale, Chicago, Hyde Park Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60628, United States. This is a on-site role.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection has listed this Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities role as on-site.
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Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities 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 - Elite Pilot Opportunities 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; Military Pilot Rating; and Faa Class 2 Medical.
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