Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onHighland Lake Road, Town of Wallkill, Orange County, New York, 10932, 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. Our mission is defined by camaraderie, pride, and a shared purpose to detect, prevent, and interdict terrorists, weapons, and contraband from illegally entering or attacking 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 seeking to apply their expertise in a high-stakes environment. You will partner with a diverse team to conduct air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities targeting smuggled goods via land, air, and sea. Your day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring suspect behavior patterns, analyzing strategic intelligence, and supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.
We are actively recruiting seasoned pilots and those with military training to fill these full-time security-based positions. If you are looking for job stability and the opportunity to serve on the front lines of national security, this is your chance to make a move.
Hiring Process
The application process is streamlined but rigorous. There are three primary ways to apply:
- 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.
- USAJOBS: Submit your application directly through the USAJOBS portal.
- Airline Apps: Apply via the Airline Apps platform.
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Successful candidates will complete a three-part assessment. Upon completion, a duty location will be offered based on operational and mission requirements. You must be willing to work at any location within the selected region, including the Southeast, Southwest, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB), or National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC) UAS locations.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. Veterans' preference eligibility applies in accordance with federal statutes, and specific age waivers may be available for veterans or those with prior creditable law enforcement service.
Work location
On-site
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Frequently asked questions about Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection
What does a Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection do?expand_more
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; 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.
What are the requirements for this Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent role?expand_more
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: U.S. Citizenship; Primary U.S. residency for 3 of last 5 years; Age under 40 (or under 37 without veterans preference); FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings; FAA Class 2 medical within 12 months; and 1500 total flight hours (waiver to 1000 possible).
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 Highland Lake Road, Town of Wallkill, Orange County, New York, 10932, United States. This is a on-site role.