Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onEstes Funeral Home, High Avenue Northeast, Coeburn, Wise County, Virginia, 24230, United States
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. The culture is defined by camaraderie, pride, and a shared purpose to safeguard the nation's borders. AMO offers skilled pilots an opportunity to join a law enforcement mission that combines aviation expertise with critical national security responsibilities.
About the Role
As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), you will serve as a skilled pilot performing aviation-based law enforcement operations. Your mission is to detect, prevent, and apprehend terrorists, weapons, and contraband attempting to illegally enter or attack the United States. This role involves conducting air patrols, surveillance, and pursuit activities targeting smuggled goods via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. You will also monitor suspect behavior patterns, analyze strategic and tactical intelligence, and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.
This is a full-time, security-based opportunity designed for those seeking an exciting and rewarding career with exceptional federal benefits and job stability. Seasoned pilots and those with military training are particularly in demand.
Hiring Process
The application process is streamlined and offers three primary pathways to apply:
- 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.
- USAJOBS: Submit your application directly through the USAJOBS portal.
- Airline Apps: Apply via the Airline Apps platform.
Stay Updated: It is highly recommended to opt into CBP's talent repository by selecting the "Contact a Recruiter" button. Choose "Air and Marine Operations" and "Air Interdiction Agent" as your position of interest to receive monthly updates on webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. Veterans' preference eligibility applies in accordance with federal statutes, and specific age waivers may be available for those with creditable law enforcement service or veterans' preference status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Estes Funeral Home, High Avenue Northeast, Coeburn, Wise County, Virginia, 24230, United States
Coeburn, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleConduct air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities to interdict smuggled contraband
- check_circleMonitor behavior patterns of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels engaged in illegal activities
- check_circlePerform aviation-based law enforcement to detect and prevent terrorist entry into the United States
- check_circleSupport search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions
- check_circleCollect, refine, and analyze strategic and tactical intelligence for law enforcement operations
Requirements
- verifiedU.S. Citizen
- verifiedPrimary U.S. residency for 3 of last 5 years
- verifiedAge 40 or under (or eligible for age waiver)
- verifiedFAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings
- verifiedFAA Class 2 medical within 12 months
- verified1500 total flight hours (waiver to 1000 possible)
- verified250 Pilot-in-Command hours
- verified75 Instrument hours
- verified75 Night hours
- verified100 flight hours in last 12 months (waiver available)
- verified1 year specialized aviation experience
- verifiedGS-11 grade level eligibility
Nice to Have
Seasoned pilots and those with military training.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth, dental, and other insurance planscheck_circleGenerous annual and sick leave programcheck_circleThrift Savings Plan (retirement plan akin to 401(k))check_circleOne-time $10,000 Recruitment Incentive for new hiresLaw Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP)
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What does a Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection do?expand_more
In this Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection role, you will conduct air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities to interdict smuggled contraband; monitor behavior patterns of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels engaged in illegal activities; perform aviation-based law enforcement to detect and prevent terrorist entry into the united states; and support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts during aviation missions.
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To qualify for the Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection position, applicants should have: U.S. Citizen; Primary U.S. residency for 3 of last 5 years; Age 40 or under (or eligible for age waiver); FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with specific ratings; FAA Class 2 medical within 12 months; and 1500 total flight hours (waiver to 1000 possible).
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Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is based in Estes Funeral Home, High Avenue Northeast, Coeburn, Wise County, Virginia, 24230, United States. This is a on-site role.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection has listed this Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent role as on-site.
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Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent at U.S. Customs and Border Protection include Faa Commercial Pilot Certification; Faa Atp Pilot Certification; Faa Class 2 Medical; Faa Class 1 Medical; Military Medical Flight Clearance; Faa Instrument Rating; Faa Dual Rated; and Faa Airplane Rated.
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