Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent

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 the United States. We offer skilled pilots a unique opportunity to combine their aviation expertise with law enforcement to serve on the front lines of national security.

About the Role

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will serve as a skilled pilot within a security-based, full-time law enforcement career. This role is designed for those seeking an exciting and rewarding path with exceptional federal benefits and job stability. You will partner with a diverse team to conduct aviation-based operations, including air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities targeting smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels.

Your day-to-day responsibilities involve monitoring suspect behavior, collecting and analyzing strategic intelligence, and supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Whether operating in the Southeast, Southwest, or Caribbean regions, you will be part of a mission-critical force that responds to operational requirements and critical agency hiring needs.

Hiring Process

The recruitment process for Air Interdiction Agents is streamlined but rigorous, designed to identify the most qualified candidates. There are three primary ways to apply:

1. Direct Application: 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.
2. USAJOBS: Submit your application directly through the USAJOBS portal.
3. Airline Apps: Apply through the Airline Apps platform.

Additionally, we highly recommend staying updated by opting into CBP's talent repository. Select the Contact a Recruiter button, choose Air and Marine Operations and Air Interdiction Agent as your position of interest, and complete the pre-screening questions. This ensures you receive monthly emails regarding webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.

Successful candidates will undergo 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 duty 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, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.