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. 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 culture where operational excellence and national security are paramount.

About the Role

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will serve as a critical asset in aviation-based law enforcement. This role is designed for experienced pilots seeking a rewarding career that combines the thrill of flight with the responsibility of national defense. You will conduct air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities to intercept smuggled goods via land, air, and sea. Your day-to-day operations involve monitoring suspect behavior, analyzing strategic intelligence, and supporting search and rescue missions.

AMO is actively recruiting seasoned pilots and those with military training to fill these full-time security-based positions. The role offers a streamlined application process and the chance to work in diverse environments across the Southeast, Southwest, and Caribbean regions, as well as at National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC).

Hiring Process

The recruitment process for Air Interdiction Agents involves a three-part assessment. Once you successfully complete this assessment, a duty location will be offered based on operational requirements and mission needs. You must be willing to work at any location within the region you select, which may include Homestead, FL; Aguadilla, PR; Tucson, AZ; San Diego, CA; El Paso, TX; and various NASOC UAS locations.

There are three ways to apply:

1. 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 your resume.
2. USAJOBS: Apply directly through the USAJOBS portal.
3. Airline Apps: Apply via the Airline Apps platform.

We highly recommend staying updated by opting into CBP's talent repository. Select the Contact a Recruiter button, choose Air and Marine Operations and Air Interdiction Agent as your position of interest, and complete the pre-screening questions to receive monthly updates on webinars and career expos.

Equal Opportunity

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. Veterans' preference eligibility applies to those entitled under 5 U.S.C. 3312, and specific age waivers may apply for veterans or those with prior creditable law enforcement service.