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 or attacking the United States.

About the Role

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will join a rewarding career in aviation-based law enforcement. This role is designed for skilled pilots seeking to apply their expertise in a high-stakes environment. You will perform critical duties including air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities to intercept smuggled goods via land, air, and sea. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve monitoring suspect behavior, analyzing strategic intelligence, and supporting search and rescue operations.

AMO is actively recruiting seasoned pilots and those with military training to fill these full-time security-based positions. We offer a streamlined application process for candidates ready to make a significant impact on national security.

Hiring Process

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

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 through the official USAJOBS portal.
3. Airline Apps: Apply via the Airline Apps platform.

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Duty Locations

Duty locations are assigned based on operational requirements, mission needs, and critical agency hiring priorities. Successful candidates must be willing to work at any location within their selected region, which may include:

• Southeast Region: Homestead, FL and CAMB (Aguadilla, PR).
• Southwest Region: Tucson and Yuma, AZ; San Diego, CA; El Paso, Laredo, and McAllen, TX.
• NASOC UAS Locations: Sierra Vista, AZ; San Angelo, TX.

A specific duty location will be offered after successfully completing a three-part assessment. The final offer letter may include any geographic location within the Southwest Border Region, Southeast Border Region, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB), or National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) locations.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, 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 creditable law enforcement service.