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Job Description R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Downstream Pilot Plant Associate in San Diego, CA. Your main responsibilities as a Downstream Pilot Plant Associate: · Perform downstream purification processes, including chromatography, ultrafiltration, tangential flow filtration and depth filtration, at pilot and production scales. · Operate and maintain standard bioprocessing equipment such as chromatography systems, ultracentrifuges, and tangential flow filtration (TFF) units. · Adhere strictly to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) in all activities. · Prepare, review, and maintain batch records, SOPs, logbooks, raw material specifications, campaign summary reports, technology transfer documents, and presentations in compliance with regulatory requirements. · Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing investigations, root cause analysis, and process troubleshooting. What we are looking for in a Downstream Pilot Plant Associate: · B.S. degree in biology or related area with 4-6 years of experience working in process development or · Manufacturing support in bioprocessing required · Hands on experience with Chromatography, ultrafiltration and depth filtration process acquired through lab, pilot or production scale experience. · Good manufacturing practices required · Good documentation practices required Why Choose R&D Partners? As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including: • Medical insurance – PPO, HMO &, • Dental & Vision insurance, • 401k plan, • Employee Assistance Program, • Long-term disability, • Weekly payroll, • Expense reimbursement, • Online timecard approval Pay Scale: $140,807 – $176,012 Dependent on Experience) R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies. R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer. Company DescriptionR&D Partners is a national staffing firm focused in the areas of: Scientific, Clinical Research and Engineering. Our team offers well over 200 years of combined staffing experience providing consulting, direct hire & outsourcing solutions with our west coast offices in San Francisco, Redwood City and San Diego, CA and our east coast offices located in Harrisburg, PA and Tampa, FL. The cornerstone of our success: a knowledgeable and experienced recruiting team. Our life sciences recruiters, clinical research recruiters and engineering recruiters are uniquely specialized. After a detailed assessment of our clients’ needs, we can then identify appropriate candidates utilizing our established network of professionals. R&D Partners takes a proactive approach to recruiting, establishing relationships with experienced passive candidates so when the time is right, we can combine our candidates’ talents with our clients’ opportunities.R&D Partners is a national staffing firm focused in the areas of: Scientific, Clinical Research and Engineering. Our team offers well over 200 years of combined staffing experience providing consulting, direct hire & outsourcing solutions with our west coast offices in San Francisco, Redwood City and San Diego, CA and our east coast offices located in Harrisburg, PA and Tampa, FL.\r\n\r\nThe cornerstone of our success: a knowledgeable and experienced recruiting team.\r\n\r\nOur life sciences recruiters, clinical research recruiters and engineering recruiters are uniquely specialized. After a detailed assessment of our clients’ needs, we can then identify appropriate candidates utilizing our established network of professionals. R&D Partners takes a proactive approach to recruiting, establishing relationships with experienced passive candidates so when the time is right, we can combine our candidates’ talents with our clients’ opportunities.

Job DescriptionDescription: Job Title: Tour Operator & Brand Ambassador (CDL-A Driver) Location: San Diego, CA Tour Duration: 2-Year Program (Launching Q1 2026) Schedule: Full-Time, Year-Round (38+ weeks/year) Who We Are: Here at MRA, we don't just move brands; we create experiences that move people. We are the architects of engagement, the masters of mobile tours, and the team that brings brands to life on a national stage. We’re looking for a road warrior who is part driver, part technician, and all-around brand ambassador to be the face of an exciting new tour. The Gig: This isn't your average driving job. Forget long-haul, cross-country treks. We're looking for a San Diego-based professional to own a local tour, becoming an indispensable part of our client's success right in your own backyard. You'll be the captain of a state-of-the-art mobile experience, featuring a modular three-sided theatre, responsible for delivering a flawless event every single time. You are the foundation of this tour's success. What You'll Be Doing: • Command the Experience: Safely pilot the tractor-trailer to event locations throughout San Diego County, ensuring the mobile exhibit arrives on time, every time., • Bring it to Life: Manage the complete setup and dismantle of the experience. You'll be hands-on, transforming the trailer from a vehicle into an immersive theatre environment., • Own the Presentation: Maintain the vehicle and the high-tech interior in pristine, show-ready condition. Your attention to detail is what makes our brand shine., • Be the On-site Guru: Serve as the primary on-site support for our client, troubleshooting, assisting, and ensuring a seamless experience while expertly managing your DOT clock., • Stay Sharp & Compliant: Meticulously adhere to all DOT regulations and maintain accurate electronic logs. Safety and compliance are non-negotiable. Of course! Here is a job description for the Tour Operator role, written with that signature MRA flair. Job Title: Tour Operator & Brand Ambassador (CDL-A Driver) Location: San Diego, CA Tour Duration: 2-Year Program (Launching Q1 2026) Schedule: Full-Time, Year-Round (38+ weeks/year) Who We Are: Here at MRA, we don't just move brands; we create experiences that move people. We are the architects of engagement, the masters of mobile tours, and the team that brings brands to life on a national stage. We’re looking for a road warrior who is part driver, part technician, and all-around brand ambassador to be the face of an exciting new tour. The Gig: This isn't your average driving job. Forget long-haul, cross-country treks. We're looking for a San Diego-based professional to own a local tour, becoming an indispensable part of our client's success right in your own backyard. You'll be the captain of a state-of-the-art mobile experience, featuring a modular three-sided theatre, responsible for delivering a flawless event every single time. You are the foundation of this tour's success. What You'll Be Doing: • Command the Experience: Safely pilot the tractor-trailer to event locations throughout San Diego County, ensuring the mobile exhibit arrives on time, every time., • Bring it to Life: Manage the complete setup and dismantle of the experience. You'll be hands-on, transforming the trailer from a vehicle into an immersive theatre environment., • Own the Presentation: Maintain the vehicle and the high-tech interior in pristine, show-ready condition. Your attention to detail is what makes our brand shine., • Be the On-site Guru: Serve as the primary on-site support for our client, troubleshooting, assisting, and ensuring a seamless experience while expertly managing your DOT clock., • A valid Class A CDL and a squeaky-clean driving record., • You're a San Diego local, or close to it. We need someone who knows the area., • You're technically savvy and comfortable with A/V equipment, modular setups, and learning new systems. If you can troubleshoot on the fly, you're our kind of person., • A professional, positive, and client-first attitude. You’re not just a driver; you’re an extension of the MRA and client team., • The ability to work independently and take ownership of your role., • Flexibility for some overnight stays is required (don't worry, the hotel is on the client!).The Nitty-Gritty:, • This is a two-year commitment for a stable, year-round tour., • The trailer will be parked locally in the San Diego area. MRA Complete Care • Competitive wages with direct deposit, • 401K with company match, • Paid lodging and transportation expenses, • Per diem allowance, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, • Voluntary life insurance, • Voluntary accident/critical illness insurance, • Paid time off, • Company paid holidays

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:We are seeking a Flight Operations Technician to support UAV flight operations, maintenance, and pilot duties across Shield AI’s fleet of quadcopter and fixed-wing drones. This role requires a hands-on professional who can execute safe, reliable, and efficient flight operations while performing technical upkeep and supporting engineering development. The ideal candidate has a blend of aviation technical experience and UAV flight operations expertise, with a focus on safety, precision, and mission execution.What you'll do: • Flight Operations & Pilot Duties, • -Serve as Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) or Pilot in the Loop (PIL) for Shield AI UAV flight operations, including quadcopters and fixed-wing platforms., • -Plan and conduct flight missions for testing, validation, demonstrations, and training., • -Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections, ensuring aircraft are flight-ready and mission-compliant., • -Operate Ground Control Stations (GCS) to monitor aircraft telemetry, sensors, and payload systems., • -Support mission planning, airspace coordination, and compliance with FAA Part 107 and military flight safety standards., • -Execute field deployments for testing and demonstrations, including setup and teardown of operational sites., • Technical Maintenance & Support, • -Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and component-level repairs for UAVs and support equipment., • -Troubleshoot electrical, propulsion, avionics, and communication systems., • -Assist in hardware integration, firmware updates, and sensor payload installations., • -Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance, flight logs, and system configurations., • -Support engineering teams in collecting and analyzing flight data for performance improvement., • Team Collaboration & Mission Support, • -Work cross-functionally with software, mechanical, and test engineering teams to identify issues and propose solutions., • -Participate in flight readiness reviews, safety assessments, and post-mission debriefs., • -Contribute to flight procedure documentation and continuous process improvement efforts., • -Serve as a technical representative during customer demos, training, and field testing events.Required qualifications:, • Strong situational awareness and commitment to safety., • Excellent problem-solving skills and technical curiosity., • Ability to perform under pressure in dynamic environments., • Clear communication and collaboration in cross-functional teams., • Passion for advancing autonomous flight and national security missions., • Associate’s degree or equivalent military/technical experience in aviation, electronics, robotics, or mechatronics., • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (or ability to obtain within 60 days)., • 2+ years of experience operating or maintaining unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), including both rotary and fixed-wing platforms., • Hands-on experience with flight control systems, telemetry, and ground control software., • Familiarity with FAA regulations, airspace coordination, and operational safety best practices., • Ability to travel frequently for field operations, testing, and demonstrations (domestic and international).Preferred qualifications:, • Experience with autonomous or semi-autonomous UAV systems., • Knowledge of RF communication systems, sensor payloads, and data link troubleshooting., • Familiarity with Linux systems and scripting for test automation or flight data processing., • Prior experience in defense, aerospace, or military UAV operations. Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demand–APPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: • Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. • Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. • Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. • Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). • GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 • GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 • GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). • GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 • GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 • GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). • GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 • GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 • GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: • Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. • Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. • Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. • Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. • Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: • Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. • Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. • Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. • Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time: Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours: Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the "Total flight time" 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the "day before an individual's 37th birthday" is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service - Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decision Isabella v. Dept of State, the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312. You must submit proof of Veteran's Preference (DD-214 Member 4 Copy) at the time of application. Training: This position has a training requirement. You may be required to successfully complete the training requirement as a condition of employment. Failure to successfully complete the required course(s) of training in accordance with CBP standards and policies will result in placement into either a former or different position, demotion, or separation as determined by management and appropriate procedures. Travel Required: You may be expected to travel for this position based on operational needs. How to Apply There Are Three Ways to Apply to Become an Air Interdiction Agent: 1. Fill out the Air Interdiction Agent applicant checklist and email it to a recruiter at along with a copy of your resume; OR 2. Apply on USAJOBS ; OR 3. Apply on Airline Apps. Stay Updated – Opt into CBP’s talent repository (highly recommended) by selecting the Contact a Recruiter button. For Position of Interest select Air and Marine Operations, Air Interdiction Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions. You’ll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with AMO and CBP.

Job Title: Process Development - Associate-Senior-C Location: San Diego, California, 92111 Employment Type: 6 Month contract Job Description: Downstream Pilot Plant Associate Join a growing team as a key member in the Manufacturing department where you can see the end result of your contributions benefit patients’ lives. As a Downstream Pilot Plant Associate, you play an integral role in ensuring the on-time delivery of quality Gene Therapy products. You will participate in diverse activities including downstream process execution, maintaining GLP documentation, operating and maintaining process equipment, authoring records and procedures, and supporting continuous improvement efforts for manufacturing viral vector gene therapy. Responsibilities (Essential Role Responsibilities): • Perform downstream purification processes, including chromatography, ultrafiltration, tangential flow filtration and depth filtration, at pilot and production scales., • Operate and maintain standard bioprocessing equipment such as chromatography systems, ultracentrifuges, and tangential flow filtration (TFF) units., • Adhere strictly to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) in all activities., • Prepare, review, and maintain batch records, SOPs, logbooks, raw material specifications, campaign summary reports, technology transfer documents, and presentations in compliance with regulatory requirements., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing investigations, root cause analysis, and process troubleshooting., • Ensure compliance with company SOPs, training requirements, and scale-up best practices., • Maintain facility readiness and support regulatory inspections through vigilant oversight., • Utilize Quality Systems and ERP platforms to document and track manufacturing activities., • Drive process improvements through the change control process or other initiatives., • Apply professional expertise to routine assignments; may supervise or serve as lead during on-floor activities., • Provide process subject matter expertise and take ownership of assigned deliverables., • Preferred: Experience conducting manufacturing investigations in biologics production., • Demonstrate strong technical writing and communication skills., • Maintain a safe working environment and stay current with all assigned training. Position Requirements (Required and/or Preferred Skills, Experience and Education): Qualifications · B.S. degree in biology or related area with 4-6 years of experience working in process development or Manufacturing support in bioprocessing required · Hands on experience with Chromatography, ultrafiltration and depth filtration process acquired through lab, pilot or production scale experience. · Good manufacturing practices required · Good documentation practices required · Ability to effectively collaborate with team members · Experience with manufacturing investigations for biologics manufacturing. · Familiarity with Quality systems and Enterprise Resource Planning etc.

Pilot—CBP Air Interdiction Agent NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose cama

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:The Special Projects Product Manager will play a critical role in driving innovation within Shield AI’s advanced technologies group. This position bridges early-stage exploration with core product development, ensuring that novel capabilities from Special Projects are strategically transitioned into the Hivemind SDK and effectively leveraged by customer-facing teams. The PM will serve as both a technical expert and strategic partner—shaping the roadmap, championing usability, and collaborating across engineering, enterprise product, and solutions. This is a high-impact role for a product leader passionate about autonomy, innovation, and transforming prototypes into enduring product value. What you'll do: • Manage and prioritize Special Projects backlog, • Maintain and evolve Special Projects roadmap, • Track Product Engineering roadmaps for integration opportunities, • Coordinate capability transition into Hivemind SDK releases, • Align with Hivemind Solutions on tactical and strategic needs, • Track and escalate SDK usability issues to core PMs, • Serve as expert user and demo leader for SDK, • Serve as expert user and demo leader for Special Projects, • Identify and validate new innovation opportunities, • Drive rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept evaluations, • Partner with engineering leads on technical feasibility assessments, • Facilitate stakeholder communication and decision alignment, • Collect customer/field feedback to refine innovation pipeline, • Monitor industry trends and competitor innovation initiatives, • Track success metrics for pilot projects and transitions Required qualifications:, • 5+ years product management or innovation experience, • Proven backlog and roadmap management expertise, • Strong technical background in robotics or autonomy, • Demonstrated experience with SDKs or developer platforms, • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, • Ability to synthesize feedback into actionable product direction, • Skilled in rapid prototyping and early-stage validation, • Hands-on experience with product demos and customer engagement Preferred qualifications:, • Experience in defense, aerospace, or autonomous systems, • Familiarity with Hivemind SDK or comparable autonomy frameworks, • Strong user empathy and usability problem-solving skills, • Track record of innovation-to-productization success, • MBA or advanced degree in engineering/CS/related field, • Prior experience supporting both product and customer delivery teams, • Skilled at competitive analysis and market trend monitoring Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Are you a passionate software engineer who loves building powerful tools and intuitive user experiences that accelerate innovation in autonomy? Do you thrive in full stack development, turning complex workflows into seamless, high-performance tools that empower others? If so, you could be the force that helps shape the future of autonomy at Shield AI. As a Full Stack Developer on the Pilot Foundations team, you’ll develop internal and external facing tools that support the entire Pilot autonomy ecosystem, from data visualization and developer workflows to performance analysis and UX integration across our custom and 3rd party platforms and environments. You’ll collaborate across autonomy, perception, and simulation teams to create software that directly enhances how we build, test, and deliver our mission-critical autonomy products.WHAT YOU'LL DO: • Design and develop full stack tools that simplify workflows, improve data visualization, and elevate user experience across autonomy development., • Build reliable backend systems and efficient front end components that integrate with autonomy software, CI pipelines, and mission analysis tools., • Automate analysis, testing, and deployment processes to improve developer efficiency and product quality., • Own projects end to end, collaborating across teams and cross functional initiatives to define needs, prototype solutions, and deliver production ready results.PROJECTS YOU MIGHT WORK ON:, • Develop dashboards that visualize mission outcomes, task progress, and behavior trees in real time., • Create guided UIs that help engineers and customers configure sensors, tune parameters, and analyze performance., • Build tools that automatically generate and visualize regression tests or metrics from CI pipelines., • Enhance containerized developer workflows to simplify environment setup and local experimentation.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:, • You have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience., • You have 3 or more years of professional software development experience, including end to end delivery of production systems., • You are proficient in C++ and Python and can contribute to production level codebases., • You have experience with Git, CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab CI or Azure DevOps), and containerization with Docker., • You can independently design, implement, test, and deploy software solutions with minimal supervision.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:, • You have experience developing full stack applications or developer tooling., • You have built visualization or UX tools for technical users or data intensive workflows., • You have experience with ROS1 or ROS2., • You have experience with robotics or autonomy concepts such as planning, mapping, perception, control, or behaviors., • You have experience with Foxglove or similar data visualization platforms and are proficient in TypeScript. Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION:Shield AI is building autonomous aircraft that push the limits of aviation. The Software Integration & Operations (SIO) team builds and sustains the release systems that make safe, rapid, and repeatable deployment of aircraft software possible. As a Simulation Modeling Engineer, you will be responsible for improving and adding to our world and aerospace models so that our operator training and internal engineering pipelines have a seamless translation from sim to real results. The capabilities you deliver will directly impact our ability to deliver new features to operators, with speed & ease. WHAT YOU'LL DO:Develop and enhance aerospace physics models (aerodynamics, propulsion, environmental, sensor, etc.) for use in simulation and evaluation. Translate theoretical models into efficient, reliable C++ and Matlab implementations with a focus on numerical accuracy and performance. Validate models against real-world data and authoritative references (e.g., COESA atmosphere, wind tunnel data, flight test logs). Collaborate with simulation and training application teams to ensure models integrate cleanly into operator-facing tools. Design automated validation and regression testing strategies for mathematical models to ensure fidelity across releases. Prototype and evaluate new modeling techniques (reduced-order models, uncertainty quantification, machine learning–based surrogates) to push the state of the art. Document assumptions, equations, and validation results so that both engineers and operators can trust model outputs. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:BS or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, or related field with 4+ years of aerospace modeling experience. 1+ years of experience working on pilot/operator training systems. C++ foundation with experience implementing numerical methods. Demonstrated experience with aerospace models such as: Aerodynamics (lift/drag curves, stability derivatives, dynamic response) Atmosphere/environment (COESA, ICAO, gravity, wind models) Vehicle dynamics Experience validating simulations against real-world or experimental data. Ability to write clear documentation explaining assumptions, limitations, and expected behaviors of models. Passion for aerospace and autonomous vehicle systems. Strong problem-solving mindset with a collaborative and detail-oriented approach. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience with Eigen, MATLAB/Simulink, or SciPy for model prototyping and validation. Background in multi-body dynamics or flight mechanics. Familiarity with sensor models (GPS, IMU, radar, etc.) for simulation environments. Knowledge of uncertainty quantification and statistical analysis methods. Experience with parallelization or GPU acceleration for compute-heavy models.Familiarity with Python for test automation and data analysis pipelines. Experience contributing to simulation pipelines in aerospace, defense, or robotics domains. #LI-SM1 We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Shield AI is on a mission to build the world’s best AI pilot—and we’re looking for a Senior Staff Harness Design Engineer to help power that vision. In this high-impact, high-ownership role, you’ll take the lead in architecting and designing the complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies that are the nervous system of our next-generation autonomous UAV platform. Your deep expertise in harness design won’t just support the mission—it will enable it. From concept to deployment, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring reliability, precision, and performance in the field, where failure is not an option. If you’re passionate about cutting-edge aerospace technology and want to build systems that make a real-world difference, this is your chance to make your mark—on the ground and in the skies.What you'll do: • Lead design of wire harnesses and cable assemblies for autonomous UAVs, • Own harness design process: concept, 3D CAD routing, analysis, and drawing release, • Perform electrical and environmental analysis for harness reliability, • Prototype and test harnesses in dynamic, mission-critical environments, • Collaborate with avionics, systems, and manufacturing teams for integration, • Mentor engineers and drive harness design best practices Required qualifications:, • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, • 8+ years in wire harness design for aerospace or robotics, • Strong CAD skills (NX or CATIA preferred) for 3D harness modeling, • Experience using EWIS design software (Zuken, Capital, etc), • Expertise in GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards, • Experience with electrical schematics and connector selection, • Hands-on experience with harness fabrication or testing, • Ability to work independently and lead in fast-paced, cross-functional teams, • A demonstrated record of working hard, being trustworthy, holding yourself to high standards, and being kind to others Preferred qualifications:, • Experience designing harnesses for UAVs, aircraft, or spacecraft, • Familiarity with EWIS compliance and RTCA DO-160 testing, • Proficiency in failure mode analysis (FMEA) and root cause investigations Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. JOB DESCRIPTION: Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent, autonomous systems. Its products include Hivemind Enterprise—EdgeOS, Pilot, Commander, and Forge—as well as V-BAT and Sentient Vision Systems (wide-area motion imaging software). With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI’s technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X and Instagram. The Hivemind Pilot team is an agile group of engineers focused on building a state-of-the-art Autonomy Software Development Kit (SDK) that enables resilient autonomy and intelligence for a wide range of platforms in diverse environments. The Behavior and Motion Planning team in Pilot develops and integrates algorithms that enable robots to make smart decisions and navigate safely. The team also rigorously tests these systems to ensure reliable performance in real-world environments. As a member of Behavior and Motion planning team, you will leverage your expertise in robotics and Reinforcement Learning (RL) to develop, deploy, and optimize models for autonomous systems that operate in complex, real-world environments. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions that advance the state of Hivemind SDK. You will also contribute to developing technical requirements, test plans, and validating the performance of algorithms and models. What You'll Do: • Design, implement, and deploy reinforcement learning algorithms for a variety of platforms, • Collaborate with teams across the organization to integrate RL solutions that meet customer specifications, • Analyze and optimize performance of deployed RL models in dynamic environments, • Develop tools and infrastructure to support large-scale training, simulation, and evaluation, • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, • Stay current with the latest advancements in RL, and apply them to solve challenging problems, • Contribute to the design and architecture of scalable, maintainable software systems Required Qualifications:, • Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field and 5+ years of relevant professional experience or PhD with 4+ years of relevant experience., • Familiarity with prototyping in Python is welcome, but this role demands professional C++ production deployment skills. Candidates whose primary experience is in Python are unlikely to find this position a good fit., • Demonstrated experience deploying reinforcement learning algorithms in production environments, • Strong background deploying RL algorithms in production following full Software development lifecycle, • Ability to independently deploy high-reliability code suitable for real-world autonomous systems, • Experience with RL frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow (C++), libtorch, etc.) and RL training environments (e.g., OpenAI Gymnasium, Google DeepMind Control Suite, etc.), • Solid understanding of software engineering best practices, including version control, testing, and CI/CD, • Familiarity with CUDA, • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Preferred Qualifications:, • Peer reviewed publications related to RL, • Strong background in Robotics or autonomous systems, • Experience with multi-agent RL or distributed RL systems, • Familiarity with simulation environments (e.g. Isaac Sim, MuJoCo), • Experience with cloud-based training and deployment, • Experience working in aviation, or other safety-critical domains #LD#LI-ED1 Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment) Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information. Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionSalary: 2 Circle, Inc. We are a small veteran-owned consulting firm providing specialized customer-focused system engineering, requirements definition, operational analysis, and program management support to the Department of Defense requirements staff, acquisition communities, Science and Technology (S&T) organizations, and warfighters to solve mission-critical problems. Our firm leverages a strong tradition of exceptional service to our customers and the warfighter. Our reputation and experience are critical to our success and is, therefore, the center of our focus. We will maintain a competitive advantage by leveraging the ability to operate in multi-level security environments, unmitigated exceptional quality of product, and keeping our cost structure below competing consulting entities. 2 Circle Inc. seeks both people and partner companies with a commitment to excellence that will enable a best of breed product for US and coalition warfighters. Job Summary This position serves as a Senior Warfare Analyst (SWA). The SWA will provide operational subject matter expertise to PMA-299, Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center, and associated organizations. The candidate requires extensive experience in Multi-Mission Helicopter (MH-60R) Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP), as well as experience with future capability development and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) / international programs. Operational Test and/or Fleet exercise and technology experimentation/demonstration experience at the operational and tactical levels is also greatly desired to support PMA-299 advanced development and S&T initiatives. Demonstrated communications skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of tools a must. Essential Job Functions • Execute daily Foreign Disclosure tasks in support of PMA-299 and NAWDC rotary wing weapons schools to ensure proper classification and the processing for release of TTP and associated documents to international partners., • Fleet Experimentation and Demonstration (FLEX/Demo) coordination in support of MH-60 advanced development, S&T, and service life modernization and Future Vertical Lift risk reduction initiatives., • Serve as liaison between PMA-299 and fleet users to ensure mission requirements are being addressed. Qualifications • Bachelors degree (required) Technical Degree (preferred), • MH-60R Pilot/Senior Aircrewman (required), • Weapon and Tactics Instructor (WTI) (required), • Weapon School or WTI tour (required), • Foreign Military Sales or Internation Programs experience (preferred), • Operational Test or Exercise Planning experience (preferred), • Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI (required) Contact: People first! Others say it: At 2 Circle, we live it every day. We are a small business with a small business atmosphere and culture. However, 2 Circle is a rare jewel in the small business world in that we have a Fortune 500 admin and support program. At 2 Circle, you will find best of breed practices in place, and none of the headaches associated with admin and support found in most start-ups and small businesses. This investment in support of our people ensures they can focus their efforts at work on the customer and their time at home on their families. Market-Leading Pay and Benefits At 2 Circle, world-class benefits and support do not equal class leading high overhead costs. In fact, 2 Circle's efficient and focused approach to business enables us to provide market-leading pay and benefits while still maintaining extremely low charge rates for our customers. 2 Circle, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including sexual orientation,national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of yourdisability. To request an accommodation, contact 2 Circle, Inc. hiring manager.

Job Description Position is remote, 100% tele-health. Now available as full-time! **Must be able to work 11AM-8PM Pacific Time, Monday-Friday Who we are: Bend Health is revolutionizing the treatment of mental health conditions for kids and teens. Our innovative technology achieves better outcomes and leads to happier, healthier lives while ensuring stigma, costs, and logistics are no longer barriers. Come and be part of a fun, collaborative, supportive, motivated, and data-driven team that's creating the first scalable and integrated model in mental healthcare for kids and teens. Help us shape the future of pediatric mental health and bend the healthcare system to work better for everyone. Today's world can be intense and stressful, and it's taking an unprecedented toll on kids, teens, and families. Bend Health's collaborative care model relies on therapy to help families manage the ups and downs of everyday life. These challenges could involve managing emotions, challenging negative thinking, and reducing stress and anxiety. We are looking for a full-time, licensed therapist passionate about whole-person, whole family mental health care to join our clinical team. This position reports to a Clinical Supervisor. What you'll do: * Practice evidence-based techniques to motivate, guide, and help our members meet their goals successfully * Partner closely with other members of the clinical team, including psychiatrists, coaches, nurses, and behavioral case managers * Pilot experimental therapy protocols and techniques * Participate in training on our proprietary curriculum and collaborative care model Who you are: * Practicing at the top of your license as a LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LMHC - fully licensed * Experience with pediatric trauma work required * EMDR training preferred * Licensed in California + other states is a bonus * Tech-savvy and comfortable practicing telehealth via video * Organized and excited by a dynamic team environment * Warm and engaging clinical style * Passionate about helping kids and teens achieve goals * Availability to work evening hours * Potential opportunity to work Saturdays The salary range for United States residents is $85K - $105K per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Bend Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Come join us to expand access to quality mental health care for kids, teens, and families! We want to inform you regarding fraudulent postings and communications from individuals posing as Bend Health employees to job seekers. Please look at our current openings to ensure they match with third-party job hosting sites. If you are applying for a position with us, we will always take the following steps: * We will only email you from the @bendhealth.com domain * Our screenings and interviews will be via phone or Zoom/Google Meets Video - Never chat or instant message * We will not send you a check until you are actively employed * We will never ask you for personal payment or require you to purchase equipment We are here to help if you have any questions or concerns about a job posting. Please reach out directly to for inquiries. Thank you again for your interest and we look forward to connecting with you! At Bend Health, we believe that our diverse perspectives are our biggest strengths - and that embracing them will create real change in healthcare. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building an inclusive environment where you can be you.

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Shield AI’s Hivemind autonomy team is developing next‑generation multi‑target tracking and sensor fusion capabilities that enable resilient, mission‑ready autonomous systems. We are seeking engineers—from experienced senior contributors through subject matter experts—to design, implement, and deploy the tracking stack that powers Hivemind Pilot across all domains and platforms. In this open‑rank role, you will bring deep expertise in target state estimation, multi‑sensor data fusion, and tracking theory (e.g., Bayesian filtering, statistical inference, association algorithms, dynamics modeling), combined with strong proficiency in modern C++ for production deployment. You will help drive the technical roadmap, develop high‑performance tracking algorithms, evaluate system performance across simulation, HITL, and flight test environments, and mentor teammates commensurate with your level. Your work will directly advance state‑of‑the‑art autonomy capabilities for our U.S. and international customers.What you'll do: • Research, design, and implement state‑of‑the‑art multi‑target tracking and data association algorithms., • Develop production‑quality C++ software for deployed military aviation platforms, ensuring deterministic, real‑time performance., • Build and maintain comprehensive unit, integration, and system‑level tests validating algorithm correctness and robustness., • Enhance and calibrate sensor models within advanced simulation and HWIL environments., • Collaborate on feature planning, decomposition, and milestone execution within an agile development framework., • Contribute to flight‑test planning, performance analysis, benchmarking, and regression evaluation., • (Principal-level applicants) Provide technical leadership, design reviews, algorithmic mentorship, and subject‑matter expertise across the autonomy organization.Required qualifications:, • Strong to expert proficiency in modern C++ (C++11 or newer) and object‑oriented design principles., • Professional experience deploying C++ software into embedded or real‑time systems, ideally for DoD or aerospace applications., • Hands‑on experience designing and implementing state estimation algorithms (e.g., KF, EKF, UKF, ESKF) for real‑world systems., • Demonstrated ability to develop, optimize, and maintain complex tracking or sensor fusion algorithms., • Experience with CI pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and high‑reliability software practices., • Familiarity with MATLAB or Python for prototyping is acceptable; however, primary development experience must be in C++. Candidates with MATLAB‑dominant backgrounds are unlikely to be a fit.Preferred qualifications:, • Experience designing, developing, and deploying multi-target tracking systems for defense applications across one or more domains: air, maritime, ground, or space., • Familiarity with tracking architectures for radar, EO/IR, acoustic, RF, AIS, ADS-B, or ELINT sensors., • Experience building and tuning error budgets, developing performance models, and conducting sensitivity analyses for estimation/tracking accuracy., • Hands-on experience implementing and optimizing multi-hypothesis tracking (MHT), joint probabilistic data association (JPDA), or random finite set (RFS)-based filters., • Exposure to distributed or hierarchical fusion, including track-to-track fusion or multi-platform coordination., • Experience supporting requirements derivation, verification, and validation of tracking systems in DoD or IC programs, especially in operationally representative environments., • Understanding of target dynamics modeling, including kinematic and non-kinematic state representations (e.g., turn rate models, coordinated motion, behavioral cues)., • Familiarity with sensor registration, line-of-sight geometry reconstruction, time synchronization, and calibration of extrinsics and timing offsets. Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Requirements • Support Client's FENX testing and installation effort,, • Execute pre-built TestRail test cases and validate software/hardware integration., • Perform device configuration, firmware loading, and onsite hardware verification., • Identify, document, and retest defects in collaboration with engineering., • Provide daily execution summaries and phase-end test reports., • Support installation punch lists, network validation, and device readiness checks. Card-Based Processing • Onboarding and training on faregate devices., • Executing test cases for card-based processing., • Compiling test results and generating detailed TestRail test reports., • Post-launch testing for bugs/issues identified during the pilot. Open Payment Processing + Fare Detection System • Executing test cases for open-payment processing workflows., • Compiling test results and generating detailed TestRail test reports., • Post-launch testing for bugs/issues identified during Phase 2 pilot. Core Tech Stack AFC & Fare Collection Systems • Cubic FENX, NextCity, validators, gates, TVMs., • Fare device firmware tools & diagnostic utilities., • Back-office transaction systems, API logs, and device communication protocols. Testing & QA Tools • TestRail (required)., • Jira, Azure DevOps, or ServiceNow for defect management., • Confluence for documentation., • Git/GitHub/Bitbucket (for configuration review as needed). Hardware & Network Tools • Linux/Windows diagnostics., • Wireshark / packet capture utilities., • Serial/Ethernet communication validation., • OEM device provisioning tools., • Multimeters and electrical verification tools. Required Skill Set • Experience in testing and validating fare-collection systems (Cubic preferred)., • Strong functional, regression, and integration testing ability., • Hands-on experience with faregates and payment-processing workflows., • Firmware loading, device configuration, and hardware validation., • Low-voltage installation familiarity (Cat5/6, power, grounding)., • Ability to read installation diagrams and diagnose field issues., • Strong documentation and reporting discipline., • Experience in transit, AFC, or industrial technical environments, • Daily execution status summaries., • Defect logs with detailed reproduction steps and retest confirmations., • Installation punch list and hardware verification checklist., • Final Test Completion Summary Report per phase.

Mercor is seeking experienced STEM educators (US High School) for a premier AI pilot project with one of the world’s leading AI research labs. In this role, you will leverage your classroom experience and pedagogical expertise to help shape the future of artificial intelligence. Your insights will contribute to the development of large language models that understand and reflect how expert educators teach and explain complex STEM concepts. Please note, those that are not teachers but personal tutors will be considered for this role. ### You're a great fit if you: - Are a licensed high school teacher in the United States - Have 3+ years of full-time teaching experience - Hold at least a masters degree in education or a STEM subject area - Currently teach a STEM discipline such as:Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Engineering - Routinely design and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction - Can clearly articulate your thought process and teaching strategies - Have strong written communication skills and a passion for education ### Here are more details about the role: - The role begins Mid-July, with rolling start dates thereafter - Requires 10–20 hours/week, with potential to expand to up to 40 hours/week - Fully remote, with flexible working hours - Ideal for educators looking to engage in meaningful part-time work over the summer or alongside teaching responsibilities ### Ideal candidates include: - Public or private school teachers actively teaching STEM subjects - Department heads or instructional coaches in STEM areas - Former teachers recently transitioned from the classroom with continued ties to education - Teachers who have contributed to curriculum development, assessments, or teacher training ### Pay and legal status: - You will be legally classified as an hourly contractor for Mercor - Payments are issued weekly via Stripe Connect ### Screening Process: - You’ll complete an AI interview (15-20 minutes) and then an assessment (45-60 minutes). The assessment will directly assess your clarity of thought, attention to detail, and your potential ability to complete this project. * * * About Mercor Mercor specializes in recruiting domain experts to support AI research and development. Based in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Apply today to help build the next generation of intelligent educational tools—and bring your classroom expertise to the forefront of AI innovation. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:As a Hivemind Solutions Systems Test Engineer, you will be at the epicenter of integration and testing for deploying our Hivemind Software and AI Pilot on 3rd Party Platforms. You will be planning and executing the integration and testing of SW and HW systems throughout the Software Development Life Cycle, preparing them for simulation demonstrations and on-ground, in-flight, or sea trial test campaigns. Our test campaigns are hands-on and fast paced, with lots of planning, documentation, communication, coordination, manual testing, scripted testing, test reviewing, debugging, and system verification. Your efforts will be rewarded with successful flight test events and your contributions will play a key role in developing an AI autopilot, enabling intelligent aircraft, historic aviation firsts and fulfilling our mission to protect service members and civilians the world over! What you'll do: • Work with Hivemind and Hivemind Solutions engineering to test and integrate software and hardware systems preparing for simulation milestones and flight tests., • Support on-site flight testing that involves system configuration, running aircraft software, and data post-analysis., • Hands-on debugging during on-ground and in-flight test and/or sea trial campaigns., • Write Python code to test complex Hivemind + aircraft SW and HW systems (with SW emphasis)., • Create SW based tools to improve flight testing and troubleshooting (Python and/or C++)., • Become a subject-matter-expert for running Hivemind tests on our Hardware-In-The-Loop and Vehicle-In-The-Loop systems., • Run simulated flight tests to validate Hivemind + platform subsystems., • Contribute to software utilities and automated test suites for Hardware-In-The-Loop infrastructure., • Contribute to and execute test plans to validate Hivemind SW and HW systems., • Create test team data Dashboards to provide high-level results visibility and data analysis., • Review artifacts related to simulated and real flight test data for any anomalous behavior, • Identify, analyze, and document software defects, issues, and inconsistencies in software behavior., • Drive continuous improvement in testing methodologies, tools, and processesRequired qualifications:, • Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 9 years and a Master’s degree; or 7 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience., • Proficiency in Python., • Experience in robotics, small UAS, USV, UUV, or related hands-on engineering projects., • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills ., • Passionate about intelligent systems., • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional software, hardware and mechanical engineering teams., • Adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies quickly in a fast-paced environment, • The ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET Clearance. US citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Preferred qualifications:, • Experience building unmanned systems, such as quadrotor drones or similar., • Proficiency in Python and C++., • FIRST Robotics experience., • Software management tools (Git, AzureDevOps/Jira, Artifactory)., • Experience in the aerospace or defense industries, working with complex systems and adhering to stringent standards and regulations. Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description National Account Manager – Convenience, Travel & Wholesale Channels Location: Remote (U.S.) Reports to: Vice President of Retail Sales Overview: We are a market leader in at-home diagnostic testing, with full market share in our own-brand COVID Flu test kits, and widely recognized for our trusted Drugs of Abuse and Pregnancy Test Kits. We are seeking an experienced and relationship-driven National Account Manager to grow and manage key partnerships across truck stops, travel centers, gas stations, convenience stores, and drug wholesalers. The ideal candidate brings strong relationships within these channels and a proven track record of driving category growth through strategic account management, innovative promotions, and flawless execution. Key Responsibilities: • Manage and expand relationships with key national and regional accounts across truck/travel, gas, convenience, and drug wholesale channels., • Develop and execute annual business plans to achieve revenue, profit, and distribution objectives., • Collaborate with marketing, trade, and category management teams to create customer-specific promotions and in-store programs., • Negotiate contracts, pricing, trade funding, and promotional support in line with company objectives., • Identify and secure new distribution opportunities to expand brand reach and category leadership., • Leverage market insights and sales data to drive customer growth and optimize product assortment., • Partner with brokers, distributors, and wholesalers to ensure effective retail execution., • Manage forecasting, trade budgets, and account-level P&L performance., • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field., • 5+ years of national account management experience within consumer health, OTC, or CPG categories., • Established relationships across truck/travel, convenience, gas, and wholesale drug channels (e.g., Love’s, Pilot Flying J, Circle K, Casey’s, McLane, Core-Mark, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen)., • Proven success in delivering sales growth and managing complex, multi-channel accounts., • Strong negotiation, analytical, and presentation skills.

Job DescriptionEmployment Details: • Recognized Civil Infrastructure Consulting firm in the US & Canada, • 100% employee owned, • Full Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, and 401K match, • Sign on bonus opporunity, • Perform engineering work in water and wastewater treatment plants, conveyance, and infrastructure projects, • Work on engineering planning and design projects, • Prepare reports, develop plans, and specifications, • Prepare cost estimates for various water and wastewater projects, • Conduct hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, • Permitting and preparation of technical memoranda, reports, and electronic deliverables, • Data entry and analysis, • Provide engineering services during construction, • Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental Engineering, • Registration as a Professional Engineer, • 5 to 10 years of experience in water and wastewater treatment plants (WTP/WWTP) and conveyance, • Experience with large diameter potable water or wastewater pipelines, • Strong design / design review experience of Water/Wastewater Conveyance or treatment plants for municipal clients, • Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (+)

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Are you a passionate and innovative engineer looking to help develop state-of-the-art AI and robotics products? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission-driven and values-focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you! The Hivemind Test team is committed to building a complete and robust test infrastructure that supports the development and integration of the world’s best AI pilot. Hivemind Test is dedicated to ensuring the highest level of quality, reliability, and performance in our Hivemind ecosystem. This ecosystem includes software systems for autonomy behaviors, ground-control systems, multi-network communications, operating systems, embedded devices, test frameworks, and more. Our group is charged with validating and verifying that the entire Hivemind software ecosystem is operationally ready to meet mission objectives and reliability standards. This is achieved via a cross-functional team, with skills ranging from autonomy system engineering, robotics integration, software development, test engineering, and quality assurance. We are seeking an expert Software Test and Integration Engineer who is motivated to join us in our mission. Someone with experience designing and implementing innovative software solutions for automation testing and data analysis, who can become a Super User of our Hivemind product and extend test plans beyond expected uses to anticipate novel customer use cases and edge-case instances. You will play a critical role in the organization, collaborating with developers to identify and root cause bugs, integrate newly developed capabilities into the product framework, and define the best approaches to software API and autonomy test coverage.What you'll do: • Become a super-user of our state-of-the-art AI software product. Learn to automate multi-agent scenarios, analyze robotic data, and validate test cases. Try using the product as a customer would and try and break it!, • Test new features: Collaborate cross-functionally with developer teams to design test plans for new single and multi-robot autonomy algorithms, user interfaces, middleware, and server applications., • Enable coverage testing of product capabilities: Design and implement tests to cover all performance aspects of a product capability across all permutations of operating environments and use cases., • Design automation tooling & automate tests: Architect innovative automation frameworks that enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness. Automate tests to run on Software-in-the-Loop, Hardware-in-the-Loop, and Vehicle-in-the-Loop test fixtures., • Integrate new capabilities: Work with other integration engineers to implement test solutions on prototype robotic hardware platforms., • Optimize test efficiency: Determine the testing strategy (what tests, at what frequencies, etc.) for the overall product and work with DevOps/Ex teams to optimize testing design on CI., • Evaluate test data and automate reporting: Create analyzer code for the automated analysis of test data. Review test data, identify and root cause bugs, report to developers, and create automated reporting tools for test performance and bug attributes., • Check off requirements, help determine metrics: Work with product and system engineers to ensure test coverage of all product and engineering requirements. Assist in developing tooling to demonstrate full requirement coverage and reporting., • Other duties as assigned.Required qualifications:, • Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 5 years and a Master’s degree; or 3 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience., • Proficiency in programming languages including Python or C++., • Experience with autonomous systems or server applications or middleware., • Demonstrated experience of designing, communicating, and managing test cases, and reporting bugs., • Proficiency with simulation tools and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing environments., • Strong expertise with CI/CD pipelines., • Strong problem-solving skills and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions., • Excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively across various teams and presenting to customers or technical leadership. Preferred qualifications:, • Demonstrated experience building complex systems with a strong understanding of software architecture and design principles., • Experience with hardware or embedded systems., • Expert knowledge of Python., • Experience with ROS., • Experience with white box testing, • Familiarity with networking, operating-systems, and radio communications., • Experience designing automated tooling for testing for GUI applications. Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies. As a State Estimation Engineer, you will work on the GNC team to develop and optimize algorithms that process and fuse data from various sensors to provide accurate, reliable state estimates, enabling the V-BAT to operate autonomously in complex and contested environments. WHAT YOU’LL DO: • Develop and implement advanced sensor algorithms for processing data from IMUs, radar, cameras, GPS, and other sensors., • Enhance state estimation algorithms by integrating multi-sensor data for improved accuracy and robustness., • Design and implement real-time sensor data processing pipelines., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, autonomy researchers, and hardware engineers, to ensure seamless integration of state estimation algorithms., • Conduct experiments and field tests to validate the performance of state estimation algorithms in real-world scenarios., • Stay updated with the latest advancements in sensor technologies and state estimation , applying them to our systems.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:, • Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 4 years and a Master’s degree; or 2 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience., • Experience developing and deploying real-time sensor processing algorithms, e.g. with cameras, radar, IMUs, GPS, etc., • Solid understanding of state estimation techniques, such as Kalman filters, particle filters, etc., • Experience with C++ 11 or newer, • Experience with Linux, command line tools, etc., • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders., • Proven track record of successfully shipping products, showcasing the ability to navigate through development cycles, overcome obstacles, and deliver high-quality solutions to meet project deadlines and exceed expectations in a fast-paced environment., • You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:, • Experience in implementing inertial navigation algorithms on real-time processing systems, • Knowledge of computer vision techniques, • Proficiency in optimizing algorithms for compute-constrained systems, • Experience with CUDA or other hardware acceleration technologies (e.g. FPGAs) Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionDescription: Are you a person who loves turning chaos into clarity? Who loves connecting the right people to the right work? Who loves ensuring projects are run like a well-oiled machine? If so, this role was built for you. We’re looking for a Resource Manager who is passionate about capacity planning, operational efficiency and building scalable systems that support both the creative and client-facing sides of the business. You’ll be at the center of it all, working closely with Project Management, Creative, Production, Finance and Account Management teams. This is an Independent Contractor role (30–40 hours/week, 3-month contract) with the potential to move into a full-time role at the end of the contract. You’ll be hands-on: forecasting and allocating resources, maintaining our operational tools + platforms, supporting freelancer hiring and onboarding, creating pricing proposals, and helping shape the organization structure of STN Digital. Key Responsibilities • Build and maintain employee capacity forecasts - assigning resources, balancing workloads and tracking utilization targets, • Partner with HR to source, recruit and onboard new Independent Contractors, • Ensure the maintenance of onboarding and training materials for new resources, • Collaborate with STN leadership on organizational changes and resourcing models, • Partner with PM team to Implement process improvements and pilot changes to drive efficiency, • Monitor client budget burn and offer solutions to improve profitability, • Support pricing for new business proposals - maintain rate cards and margin guardrails, • Serve as lead for operational platforms like Google Suite, Wrike, Harvest and more, • Review and approve independent contractor invoices on a monthly basis and process monthly payrun reports for STN leadership, • Create dashboards and operational reports Most Critical Outcome (MCO) Deliver a reliable, agency-wide capacity and pricing engine that keeps employee utilization within target. Compensation: $30.84/hour - $44.23/hour depending on experience. Benefits This role begins as a 3-month Independent Contractor role. However, if converted to full-time, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive package designed to support your growth and well-being, including: • Unlimited PTO, plus your birthday off, • 401(k) with company match up to 4%, • Medical insurance, with STN covering 60% of the base plan, • Dental and vision coverage available, • 12 weeks of paid parental leave, • Paid sick leave and 9 paid company holidays, • Work-life balance perks like ending one hour early every Friday (paid), • Wellness perks including a complimentary gym membership (24 Hour Fitness or ClassPass) and a paid 1-hour mental health break each week, • Apple laptop and iPhone provided for work, • Employee Assistance Program for confidential personal and professional support Requirements: Required Skills & Abilities • Proven resource/capacity planning in a digital/creative agency or similar multi-discipline environment., • Expert problem solver who enjoys tackling challenges., • Strong financial fluency: pricing, rate cards, utilization, margin levers; invoice and timesheet reconciliation., • Advanced knowledge of Google Sheets/Excel formulas, data analysis functions, scripting and modeling; comfort presenting projections to internal and client stakeholders., • Passion for finding process efficiencies and automated solutions for recurring initiatives, • Clear, concise communicator; confident facilitator able to influence across PM, Creative, Client Services, Finance, and HR., • Ability to manage and prioritize workload independently with little to no oversight., • Process design and documentation; data hygiene mindset; change management and training experience. High attention to detail. Preferred Skills & Abilities • Platform expertise: Wrike, Harvest, Google Workspace, Bill.com or similar platforms., • Sound judgment on when to flex full-time staff vs. independent contractors; understanding of SOWs, scopes, and change-order mechanics., • Experience building clients-facing pricing and managing internal budgets., • Experience hiring, onboarding, managing independent contractors/freelancers in partnership with HR., • People enablement: onboarding, training, and mentoring of project managers and independent contractors. Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Project/Resource Management, or equivalent experience., • 4–7 years in agency operations/resource management/traffic or delivery operations; multi-team (Client Services + Creative) exposure preferred.

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Shield AI is hiring a Director of Solutions Engineering – X-BAT to lead the technical capture and early-phase customer engagement strategy for one of the company’s most ambitious aircraft programs. The Director will serve as the senior technical counterpart to business development leadership, responsible for guiding concept definition, requirement shaping, and system alignment across domestic and international defense markets. This role requires a leader with deep experience in tactical aviation systems, government engagement, and multi-domain operations. The Director will interface directly with senior DoD officials, international partners, and Shield AI’s internal program leadership to ensure that X-BAT’s evolving design, capability roadmap, and mission alignment remain synchronized with both customer needs and company strategy.What you'll do: • Lead technical capture and solution strategy for the X-BAT aircraft program across U.S. and international defense opportunities., • Collaborate with Business Development, Program Management, and Engineering teams to translate customer needs into clear design intent and program priorities., • Shape and interpret early acquisition activities (RFIs, AOAs, draft RFPs, white papers) into actionable system concepts and campaign strategies., • Drive alignment between customer CONOPS, technical architecture, and program execution, ensuring what is promised can be delivered within the vehicle roadmap., • Develop and deliver technical narratives, proposals, and executive-level briefings that clearly articulate X-BAT’s mission relevance and technical advantage., • Build and maintain trusted relationships with DoD and international defense stakeholders, representing X-BAT as the authoritative technical voice during early capture., • Support competitive analysis, investment prioritization, and solution differentiation across evolving international campaigns., • Work closely with the X-BAT program office to ensure sales commitments, technical baselines, and engineering execution remain aligned., • Mentor junior solutions engineers and help establish a scalable, technically rigorous sales engineering function as program demand grows., • Represent the full Shield AI autonomy ecosystem — including Hivemind, AI Pilot, ISR payloads, and mission software — as part of integrated campaign solutions.Required qualifications:, • 15+ years of experience in aerospace or defense technical capture, systems engineering, or business development roles., • Demonstrated ability to shape early capture pursuits and align solution concepts with long-term program strategy., • Proven success interfacing between technical program teams and customer-facing business development organizations., • Deep understanding of tactical aviation or Group 5 UAS systems, including mission tradeoffs and operational design drivers., • Strong systems-level engineering perspective with the ability to translate operational concepts into actionable architectures., • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for both technical and executive audiences., • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applied science, or related field (advanced degree preferred)., • Active or eligible U.S. security clearance., • Demonstrated ability to lead in fast-paced, ambiguous environments requiring cross-functional coordination and executive judgment.Preferred qualifications:, • Experience with advanced programs, autonomous systems, or tactical aircraft development at a defense prime or leading aerospace firm., • Background in autonomy, electronic warfare, or networked ISR architectures., • Familiarity with Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD), CCA, and allied export/FMS pathways., • Prior military aviation or acquisition experience., • Advanced degree in engineering, business, or systems management. Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION:Shield AI is building autonomous aircraft that push the limits of aviation. The Software Integration & Operations (SIO) team builds and sustains the release systems that make safe, rapid, and repeatable deployment of aircraft software possible. As a Simulation Application Engineer, you will be responsible for improving and adding to our operator training tool interface and architecture to bring about a seamless training experience that translates into expert real world use. You and your software will directly ensure our operators always the tools needed to train in simulation before embarking on their missions; in the classroom or in the field. WHAT YOU'LL DO:Work with our training team to align on designs that bring about the best user experience and our internal engineering teams to support their development. Build out containers and integrate with other software applications to make the simplest workflows as possible on Linux and Windows. Design and develops automated testing strategies to avoid regressions in the training application and ensure reliability. Optimize performance and scalability of the simulation application to support complex training scenarios and multiple concurrent users. Rapidly prototype and evaluate new technologies to keep the training system at the cutting edge. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:BS in Computer Science or related engineering field with 3+ years of professional experience. Strong foundation in Python. Passion for creating an amazing user experience in a complex system. 2+ years of experience creating operator/pilot training applications. Interest in aerospace and autonomous vehicles. Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow in a collaborative team environment, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and communication. Experience developing automated testing of GUIs. Experience with containerization. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience with TypeScript, Java, and C++ Experience creating and modifying DevOps pipelines Experience with Data Analysis tactics and designs Experience with Containerization #LI-SM1 We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. JOB DESCRIPTION:As an Architect designer on the HMS Architecture Team, you’ll be at the forefront of designing next-generation autonomous solutions by defining, managing, and governing a key system domain. You’ll collaborate closely with Hivemind (HM) counterparts—across Pilot, Foundation, Forge, and Commander—to seamlessly integrate your domain into the larger ecosystem. Balancing bold innovation with program objectives, you’ll proactively tackle emerging challenges before they impact HMS programs, all while building architectures that stand the test of time. In addition to driving the HMS technical roadmap, you’ll play a pivotal role on the Future Concepts team, pioneering cutting-edge autonomy applications for Shield AI in maritime and space environments. This unique vantage point gives you the chance to explore uncharted territory, pushing technical boundaries and unlocking novel possibilities for next-generation systems. You’ll serve as the “belly button” for technical alignment between HM and HMS, ensuring both organizations remain in sync on roadmaps, designs, and execution strategies. Through close partnership with Chief Engineers and the joint Architecture Board, you’ll have significant influence over the technical roadmap, systems engineering processes, and strategic decision-making. In short, you’ll be the catalyst driving cohesive, forward-thinking solutions that turn big ideas into operational reality. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Domain & Design Ownership, • Lead the architecture for your specialized domain, defining designs, interfaces, and dependencies that effortlessly fit into the broader system., • Stay ahead of evolving requirements, creating both short- and long-term technical strategies that spark innovation., • Collaboration & Integration, • Partner with fellow architects and the Architecture Board to synchronize roadmaps, eliminate cross-domain hurdles, and keep complex programs on track., • Act as the central conduit between Hivemind (HM) and HMS, proactively tackling challenges before they escalate., • Technical Roadmap & Innovation, • Shape the future of your domain by driving a dynamic technical roadmap aligned with customer and program objectives., • Champion IRAD opportunities and new concepts, ensuring cutting-edge ideas are tested, validated, and swiftly integrated., • Governance & Stakeholder Engagement, • Influence Systems Engineering processes and program strategies in close coordination with Chief Engineers, keeping all decisions grounded in cohesive governance standards., • Gather insights from diverse stakeholders—Systems Engineers, Program Managers, Business Development—to inform design choices and maintain continuous alignment., • Testing & Evolution, • Define rigorous testing strategies that validate architectural integrity, ensuring every solution meets system-level objectives and user needs., • Evaluate emerging technologies and novel applications for feasibility, helping guide HMS and HM into groundbreaking new territory.KEY OUTCOMES:, • Delivery of robust, scalable architectures for their assigned domain, fully integrated into the overall system., • Comprehensive documentation of MBSE artifacts, designs, interfaces, and testing strategies., • Clear alignment of HM and HMS technical roadmaps and development strategies, communicated effectively to stakeholders., • Technical innovation driven by a balance of short- and long-term program needs., • Effective collaboration across architects, stakeholders, and teams to ensure alignment and coherence in execution.WHAT YOU'LL DO:, • Lead the design and integration of complex system architectures for autonomous systems., • Develop and maintain a technical roadmap that aligns with both immediate product milestones and broader strategic objectives., • Participate in architecture reviews and provide technical guidance on best practices, design patterns, and technology choices., • Proactively identify potential risks or bottlenecks and lead the effort to mitigate them.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:, • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field., • 8+ years of experience in systems or software architecture for complex, distributed, or mission-critical applications., • Demonstrated expertise in creating and managing architectural artifacts (e.g., system context diagrams, UML/SysML models, interface definitions, design patterns)., • Proven success coordinating diverse technical teams, resolving stakeholder conflicts, and ensuring cohesive end-to-end solutions., • Solid understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software development methodologies in an Agile environment., • Familiarity with architecture frameworks such as DoDAF, particularly in regulated or defense-oriented contexts. Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Pilot—CBP Air Interdiction Agent.Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallma

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent.Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent.Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent.Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent.Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

Pilot CBP Air Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY! Duty Locations Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following: 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 Duties and Responsibilities As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include: * Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. * Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities. * Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. * Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts. Salary and Benefits Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $106,000 -$127,000 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below) and overtime pay, up to 25% of your salary. Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,817 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071 Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR). * GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906 * GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305 * GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302 Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. Qualifications Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as: * Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed. * Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations. * Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets. * Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information. * Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot. Hiring Minimums: Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings: * Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument. * Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating. * Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours. 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025. FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position. Apply at 750 hours total time:Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025) UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the day before an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement. NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position. Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.