Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on617, West 10th Street, Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85201, United States
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.
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 an elite team where your skills in piloting and tactical decision-making directly support national security. You will conduct air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities to intercept smuggled goods via land, air, and sea, while also supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.
This position is ideal for seasoned pilots and those with military training who are seeking a dynamic environment with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits, and job stability. The role involves monitoring behavior patterns, analyzing strategic intelligence, and making rapid, judicious decisions during in-flight operations across diverse environments.
The application process is streamlined for qualified candidates. There are three primary ways to apply:
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Successful candidates will 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 location within the selected region (Southeast, Southwest, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch, or NASOC UAS locations).
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 model: On-site
617, West 10th Street, Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85201, United States
Mesa, Arizona
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