Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1006, East State Street, Juneautown, Downtown, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, 53202, 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 sense of 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 aviation-based law enforcement. This role is designed for skilled pilots interested in a mission-driven environment where you will work alongside a dedicated team to detect, prevent, and apprehend terrorists, weapons, and contraband attempting to illegally enter or attack the United States.
Your day-to-day operations will involve conducting air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities to intercept smuggled goods via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. You will monitor behavior patterns of suspect persons and assets, analyze strategic and tactical intelligence, and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. This is a full-time, security-based opportunity offering job stability and the chance to serve on the front lines of national security.
Hiring Process & Application Instructions
AMO utilizes a streamlined application process for qualified candidates. There are three primary ways to apply:
- Direct Contact: 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 complete 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 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 & Culture
AMO is committed to building a diverse and capable workforce. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. As a federal law enforcement position, specific citizenship, residency, and age requirements apply to ensure candidates can complete the necessary service for retirement and meet statutory obligations. Veterans' preference eligibility is recognized in accordance with federal statutes.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1006, East State Street, Juneautown, Downtown, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, 53202, United States
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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_circleOperate aircraft as Pilot-in-Command in various environments including night and poor weather
- check_circleCoordinate aircraft and ground assets to execute interdiction strategies
- check_circleCollect, refine, and analyze strategic and tactical intelligence for law enforcement operations
Requirements
- verifiedU.S. Citizen
- verifiedPrimary U.S. residency for 3 of last 5 years
- verifiedAge 40 or younger (or veteran preference 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 clearance) 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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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.
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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 younger (or veteran preference 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 1006, East State Street, Juneautown, Downtown, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, 53202, 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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