Air Interdiction Agent — Corrales, NM at U.S. Customs

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 within a law enforcement framework, performing aviation-based operations to secure the nation's borders. This role offers an exciting and rewarding career where you will conduct air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities targeting smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. You will monitor suspect behavior patterns, analyze strategic and tactical intelligence, and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.

We are actively recruiting seasoned pilots and those with military training to join our full-time security-based team. If you are looking for job stability and the opportunity to work with a purpose-driven unit, now is the time to make your move.

Hiring Process

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

Direct Application: Fill out 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.
USAJOBS: Apply directly through the USAJOBS portal.
Airline Apps: Apply via the Airline Apps platform.

Stay Updated: We highly recommend opting 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 to complete pre-screening questions. You will receive monthly emails regarding webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. Veterans' preference eligibility applies in accordance with federal statutes, and specific age waivers may be available for those with creditable law enforcement service or veterans' preference status.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Alehandro Gonzales House Historic Site, Perea Lane, Corrales, Sandoval County, New Mexico, 87048, United States

Corrales, New Mexico

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_circleDevelop strategies and coordinate aircraft and ground assets for mission success
check_circleEvaluate information rapidly and make judicious decisions during in-flight operations
check_circleSupport search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions
check_circleOperate aircraft as Pilot-in-Command in various environments including night and poor weather
check_circleDetect, prevent, and apprehend terrorists and contraband entering the United States illegally
check_circleCollect, refine, and analyze strategic and tactical intelligence for law enforcement operations

Requirements

verifiedU.S. Citizenship
verifiedPrimary U.S. residency for 3 of last 5 years
verifiedAge 40 or younger (or eligible for age waiver)
verifiedFAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings
verifiedFAA Class 2 medical 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 as PIC or sole manipulator

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 (401k and ROTH options)check_circleOne-time $10,000 Recruitment Incentive for new hires after FLETCLaw Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP)

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In this Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities at U.S. Customs and Border Protection role, you 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; develop strategies and coordinate aircraft and ground assets for mission success; and evaluate information rapidly and make judicious decisions during in-flight operations.

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: U.S. Citizenship; Primary U.S. residency for 3 of last 5 years; Age 40 or younger (or eligible for age waiver); FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings; FAA Class 2 medical 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 Alehandro Gonzales House Historic Site, Perea Lane, Corrales, Sandoval County, New Mexico, 87048, 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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Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is part of the consultancy job category on Recrutus.

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