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Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent

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location_onWaverly Avenue, Kilmarnock, Lancaster County, Virginia, 22482, United States

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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 exists to detect, prevent, and apprehend terrorists, weapons, and contraband attempting to illegally enter or attack the United States. You will work alongside a skilled team to conduct air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities targeting smuggled goods via land, air, and sea. The position involves monitoring suspect behaviors, analyzing strategic intelligence, and supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. It is an exciting opportunity for seasoned pilots and those with military training to apply their skills in a high-stakes, mission-critical environment.

Hiring Process

The application process is streamlined and offers three primary pathways to apply:

  1. 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.
  2. USAJOBS: Submit your application directly through the USAJOBS portal.
  3. 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.

Equal Opportunity

Air and Marine Operations is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Veterans' preference eligibility is recognized in accordance with federal statutes, and specific age waivers may apply for veterans and those with prior federal law enforcement service.

Work location

Work model: On-site

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Waverly Avenue, Kilmarnock, Lancaster County, Virginia, 22482, United States

Kilmarnock, Virginia

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Day-to-day, the Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection 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; support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions; and detect, prevent, and apprehend terrorists and contraband entering the united states illegally.
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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 younger (or veterans preference eligible); 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).
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Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is based in Waverly Avenue, Kilmarnock, Lancaster County, Virginia, 22482, United States. This is a on-site role.
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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_circleSupport search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions
  • check_circleDetect, prevent, and apprehend terrorists and contraband entering the United States illegally
  • 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 veterans preference eligible)
  • verifiedFAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings
  • verifiedFAA Class 2 medical within 12 months
  • 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
  • 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)
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consultancy

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Experience

1+ yrs (Mid Level)

Job Type

Full-Time

Skills Required

Faa Commercial Pilot CertificationFaa Atp Pilot CertificationAirplane RatingHelicopter RatingInstrument RatingFaa Class 2 MedicalFaa Class 1 MedicalMilitary Medical Flight ClearanceFaa Class 1Faa Class 2
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Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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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 Rating; Helicopter Rating; Instrument Rating; Faa Class 2 Medical; Faa Class 1 Medical; and Military Medical Flight Clearance.
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