Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent

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 group is defined by its camaraderie, pride, and a shared purpose to secure the nation's borders. AMO offers skilled pilots an opportunity to join a law enforcement mission that combines aviation expertise with national security.

About the Role

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will serve as a skilled pilot within a security-based, full-time law enforcement career. This role exists to detect, prevent, and interdict terrorists, weapons, and contraband from illegally entering or attacking the United States. You will perform aviation-based operations that include conducting air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities against smuggled goods moving via land, air, or sea. Your day-to-day work involves monitoring suspect behavior, analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence, and supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. This is a dynamic position designed for those seeking a rewarding career with exceptional federal benefits and job stability.

Hiring Process and Application Instructions

AMO utilizes a streamlined application process for interested candidates. There are three primary ways to apply:

1. Direct Contact: Fill out the Air Interdiction Agent applicant checklist and email it to a recruiter at cbp_amo_recruiting@cbp.dhs.gov along with your resume.
2. USAJOBS: Submit your application directly through the USAJOBS portal.
3. Airline Apps: Apply via 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, then complete the pre-screening questions. This ensures you receive monthly updates regarding 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 (Southeast, Southwest, or NASOC UAS locations).

Equal Opportunity and Culture

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants regardless of background. The agency is committed to diversity and inclusion within its ranks. Veterans' preference eligibility is recognized in accordance with federal statutes, and specific provisions exist for creditable law enforcement service regarding age requirements. The agency also offers a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position to ensure a robust pipeline of qualified candidates.