Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1804, Collins Street, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, Wyoming, 82901, 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. The group is defined by its camaraderie, pride, and a shared purpose to intercept terrorists, weapons, and contraband before they enter the United States.
About the Role
As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will join a rewarding career in aviation-based law enforcement. This role is designed for skilled pilots interested in a mission-driven environment where you will conduct air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities to detect and prevent illegal entry via land, air, or sea. You will monitor suspect behaviors, analyze strategic intelligence, and support search and rescue efforts. The position offers the stability of federal employment with the excitement of dynamic, security-based operations.
Hiring Process
The application process is streamlined and offers three entry points:
- Direct Application: Complete the Air Interdiction Agent applicant checklist and email it to a recruiter at cbp_amo_recruiting@cbp.dhs.gov along with your resume.
- USAJOBS: Submit your application directly through the USAJOBS portal.
- 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 to receive monthly updates on webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.
Duty Locations
Duty locations are assigned based on operational and mission requirements. Successful candidates must be willing to work at any location within the selected region, which includes:
- Southeast Region: Homestead, FL and Aguadilla, PR (Caribbean Air and Marine Branch).
- Southwest Region: Tucson and Yuma, AZ; San Diego, CA; El Paso, Laredo, and McAllen, TX.
- NASOC UAS Locations: Sierra Vista, AZ; San Angelo, TX.
Final duty location offers are made after successfully completing a three-part assessment.
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, disability, or genetic information. Veterans' preference eligibility is recognized in accordance with federal statutes.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1804, Collins Street, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, Wyoming, 82901, United States
Rock Springs, Wyoming
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleConduct air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities to interdict smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels
- check_circleMonitor behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels engaged in illegal activities
- check_circlePerform aviation-based law enforcement operations to detect and prevent terrorists and contraband from entering the United States
- check_circleSupport search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation-based missions
- check_circleCollect, refine, and analyze strategic and tactical intelligence to support 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
- 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)check_circleOne-time $10,000 Recruitment Incentive for new hiresLaw Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP)
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A Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is responsible for the following: Conduct air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities to interdict smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels; Monitor behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels engaged in illegal activities; Perform aviation-based law enforcement operations to detect and prevent terrorists and contraband from entering the United States; and Support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation-based missions.
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To qualify for the Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent 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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Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is based in 1804, Collins Street, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, Wyoming, 82901, 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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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; Faa Class 2 Medical; and Faa Class 1 Medical.
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