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Air Interdiction Agent

Laredo, TX, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $85,270.00 - $110,846.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Recruitment incentive
Retention incentive
Special salary rate

Job Description

Air and Marine Operations (AMO) is a specialized division within U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), committed to safeguarding the United States through advanced aviation and marine law enforcement operations. AMO’s team members are highly trained pilots and law enforcement officers who undertake critical missions to detect, deter, and prevent illegal activities such as smuggling, terrorism, and unauthorized entry into the country. AMO prides itself on fostering a professional culture marked by camaraderie, pride, and dedication to public safety and national security.

AMO offers exciting, full-time career opportunities for Pilots interested in law enforcement as Air Interdiction Agents (AIAs).... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with relevant ratings
  • Minimum 1500 flight hours with required Pilot-in-Command, instrument, and night hours
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Maximum age of 40 years for appointment (with possible waiver)
  • Ability to complete 20 years of service for retirement
  • Successful completion of Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy
  • Willingness to travel as required
  • Ability to meet medical and performance standards
  • Submission of Veterans' Preference documentation if applicable

Job Qualifications

  • One year of specialized professional aviation experience including piloting as Pilot-in-Command in various environments
  • Experience evaluating information rapidly and making critical in-flight decisions
  • Development and coordination of flight and ground strategies
  • Use of information systems for intelligence gathering and dissemination
  • FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with appropriate ratings or equivalent military rating
  • Minimum of 1500 flight hours including 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75 night hours
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Completion of required federal law enforcement training
  • Ability to pass FAA Class 2 medical or equivalent military medical flight clearance

Job Duties

  • Conduct air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels
  • Monitor behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels engaged in illegal activities
  • Collect, refine, and analyze strategic and tactical intelligence
  • Support search and rescue and humanitarian efforts
  • Coordinate aircraft and ground assets for operational effectiveness
  • Make rapid, judicious decisions during in-flight operations
  • Ensure compliance with federal aviation and law enforcement regulations

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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