
location_onWaverly Avenue, Kilmarnock, Lancaster County, Virginia, 22482, United States
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.
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.
The application process is streamlined and offers three primary pathways to apply:
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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 model: On-site
Waverly Avenue, Kilmarnock, Lancaster County, Virginia, 22482, United States
Kilmarnock, Virginia
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