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 an opportunity to join a law enforcement culture where daily operations are driven by a critical national security mandate.

About the Role

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will serve as a pilot in aviation-based law enforcement operations. This role is designed for those seeking an exciting and rewarding career that combines professional flying with the stability and benefits of federal service. You will work alongside a team of experts to conduct air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities targeting smuggled contraband via land, air, and sea. Your day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring suspect behavior patterns, analyzing strategic intelligence, and supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.

AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities, with a particular demand for seasoned pilots and those with military training. The role offers a streamlined application process and the chance to make a tangible impact on border security.

Hiring Process

The recruitment process for Air Interdiction Agents involves a three-part assessment. Upon successful completion of this assessment, you will receive a final offer letter detailing your duty location. Please note that duty locations are assigned based on operational requirements, mission needs, and critical agency hiring needs. You must be willing to work at any location within the region you select, which may include the Southeast Region, Southwest Region, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB), or National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC) UAS locations.

How to Apply

There are three primary ways to apply to become an Air Interdiction Agent:

1. Email Application: Complete the Air Interdiction Agent applicant checklist and email it to a recruiter at cbp_amo_recruiting@cbp.dhs.gov along with a copy of your resume.
2. USAJOBS: Submit your application directly through the USAJOBS portal.
3. Airline Apps: Apply via the Airline Apps platform.

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Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants regardless of background. Veterans' preference eligibility applies to those entitled under 5 U.S.C. 3312, and specific age waivers may apply for veterans or those with prior creditable law enforcement service. All applicants must be U.S. citizens and meet specific residency requirements.