Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onNorth Main Street, Gordonsville, Orange County, Virginia, 22942, 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 organization is defined by a strong sense of camaraderie, pride, and purpose in its daily mission to secure the nation's borders.
About the Role
As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will join a rewarding career in law enforcement where you perform aviation-based operations to detect, prevent, and apprehend terrorists, weapons, and contraband attempting to illegally enter or attack the United States. This role offers the opportunity to work with a skilled team of pilots and professionals in a dynamic environment.
Your day-to-day responsibilities involve conducting air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities to intercept smuggled goods via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. You will monitor the behavior patterns of suspect persons and assets, collect and analyze strategic intelligence, and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. This is a full-time, security-based position designed for those seeking job stability and an exciting career path.
Hiring Process and Application Instructions
There are three primary ways to apply to become an Air Interdiction Agent:
- 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 a copy of your resume.
- USAJOBS: Submit your application 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. When selecting your Position of Interest, choose "Air and Marine Operations, Air Interdiction Agent," and complete the pre-screening questions. This ensures you receive monthly emails regarding webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.
Assessment and Location: A duty location will be offered after successfully completing a three-part assessment. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select, which may include the Southeast Region, Southwest Region, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB), or National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC) Unmanned Aircraft System (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: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference-eligible veterans, the maximum age restriction for original appointment does not apply to individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312. Proof of Veteran's Preference (DD-214 Member 4 Copy) must be submitted at the time of application.
Work location
Work model: On-site
North Main Street, Gordonsville, Orange County, Virginia, 22942, United States
Gordonsville, Virginia
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 prevent terrorist entry into the United States
- check_circleSupport search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions
- check_circleCollect, refine, and analyze strategic and tactical intelligence for law enforcement operations
- check_circleOperate aircraft as Pilot-in-Command to intercept contraband via land, air, or sea
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 (waiver available)
- 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)
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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 prevent terrorist entry into the united states; 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; 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 North Main Street, Gordonsville, Orange County, Virginia, 22942, 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; Military Pilot Rating; and Faa Class 2 Medical.
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