Air Interdiction Agent — Cozad, NE at U.S. Customs and

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. The culture is defined by camaraderie, pride, and a shared purpose, offering skilled pilots a unique opportunity to combine their aviation expertise with law enforcement missions.

About the Role

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will join a rewarding career focused on the detection, prevention, and apprehension of terrorists, weapons, and contraband attempting to illegally enter or attack the United States. This role involves conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities against smuggled goods via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. You will monitor suspect behaviors, analyze strategic and tactical intelligence, and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.

AMO is actively recruiting for full-time security-based opportunities, with a particular demand for seasoned pilots and those with military training. The position offers a streamlined application process and the chance to work with a mission-driven team.

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 through the Airline Apps platform.

Stay Updated: It is highly recommended to opt 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. This ensures you receive monthly emails regarding webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Veterans' preference eligibility applies to those entitled under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Work location

Work model: On-site

217, East 11th Street, Cozad, Dawson County, Nebraska, 69130, United States

Cozad, Nebraska

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 apprehend terrorists and contraband
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
verifiedMaximum age 40 (or 37 without 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
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 (401k and ROTH 401k)check_circleOne-time $10,000 Recruitment Incentive for new hires after FLETCLaw Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP)

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In this Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent 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 apprehend terrorists and contraband; and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions.

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: U.S. Citizen; Primary U.S. residency for 3 of last 5 years; Maximum age 40 (or 37 without waiver); FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings; 1500 total flight hours (waiver to 1000 possible); and 250 Pilot-in-Command hours.

Where is the Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent role at U.S. Customs and Border Protection located?expand_more

Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is based in 217, East 11th Street, Cozad, Dawson County, Nebraska, 69130, United States. This is a on-site role.

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection has listed this Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent role as on-site.

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Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent 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 Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent 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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Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent

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