Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on46, West Albion Street, Village of Holley, Town of Murray, Orleans County, New York, 14470, 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. 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. We offer skilled pilots an opportunity to join a law enforcement career that combines aviation expertise with national security.
As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will serve as a critical asset in aviation-based law enforcement operations. This role is designed for experienced pilots who want to transition into a rewarding federal career with exceptional stability and benefits. You will partner with ground assets to conduct air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities targeting smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. Your day-to-day involves monitoring suspect behavior patterns, analyzing strategic intelligence, and supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. This is a security-based position where your ability to make rapid, judicious decisions in-flight directly impacts the safety of the nation.
AMO utilizes a streamlined application process for full-time opportunities. There are three primary ways to apply:
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Assessment & Location: Successful candidates will complete a three-part assessment. Duty locations are assigned based on operational and mission requirements. You must be willing to work at any location within the selected region, including the Southeast (Homestead, FL; Aguadilla, PR), Southwest (AZ, CA, TX), or NASOC UAS locations (AZ, TX).
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. As a federal law enforcement position within the Department of Homeland Security, this role requires U.S. citizenship and adherence to specific age and residency requirements. We welcome veterans and value the diverse skills and perspectives our team brings to the mission of protecting the border.
Work model: On-site
46, West Albion Street, Village of Holley, Town of Murray, Orleans County, New York, 14470, United States
Village of Holley, New York
Seasoned pilots and those with military training.
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