Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPDP's Pizzeria, 110, Railroad Street, Laingsburg, Shiawassee County, Michigan, 48848, 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 the United States. We offer skilled pilots an opportunity to join a law enforcement career that combines aviation expertise with national security.
About the Role
As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations to secure the nation's borders. This is a full-time, security-based role designed for those seeking an exciting and rewarding career with exceptional federal benefits and job stability. You will partner with a team to conduct air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities targeting smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. Your day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring suspect behavior patterns, analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence, and supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.
AMO is actively recruiting seasoned pilots and those with military training. We offer a streamlined application process for candidates ready to make their move. Successful candidates will be assigned to duty locations based on operational and mission requirements, with the flexibility to work across the Southeast Region, Southwest Region, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB), or National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC) UAS locations.
Hiring Process
There are three ways to apply to become an Air Interdiction Agent:
- Email 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. Select Air and Marine Operations and Air Interdiction Agent as your position of interest, then complete the pre-screening questions. You will receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or genetic information. Veterans' preference eligibility is recognized in accordance with applicable statutes, and specific age waivers may apply for veterans or those with prior creditable law enforcement service.
Work location
Work model: On-site
PDP's Pizzeria, 110, Railroad Street, Laingsburg, Shiawassee County, Michigan, 48848, United States
Laingsburg, Michigan
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 or attacks
- check_circleSupport search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions
- check_circleCollect, refine, and analyze strategic and tactical intelligence for law enforcement operations
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
- 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 (waiver available)
- verifiedFAA Class 2 medical (or Class 1/Military) dated within 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 akin to 401k)
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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; perform aviation-based law enforcement to detect and prevent terrorist entry or attacks; 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; 1500 total flight hours (waiver to 1000 possible); and 250 Pilot-in-Command hours.
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