Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Air and Marine Operations, Manassas Air Branch located in Manassas, VA. CBP employees demonstrate the highest level of commitment to protect and serve the United States of America and to exemplify the CBP Core Values of Vigilance, Service to Country and Integrity. Learn more about CBP's mission, core values and careers at https://www.cbp.gov/about
This position is ideal for an expert Air Interdiction Agent looking for an opportunity to serve in a supervisory capacity, participating with higher-level officials in administering, managing, and planning the agency's aviation program, where the work requires the application of pilot and law enforcement knowledge and skills. This position starts at a salary of $149,071.00 (GS-14, Step 1) to $193,798.00 (GS-14, Step 10).
Typical duties may include: Leading and managing strategic aviation enforcement operations that support national security, border protection, and agency mission objectives. Overseeing the planning, execution, and evaluation of aerial surveillance and interdiction missions to ensure alignment with agency priorities, policies, and operational standards.
Providing strategic direction to subordinate managers and enforcement personnel, ensuring effective resource allocation, mission readiness, and accountability. Serving as a senior liaison with DHS partners and federal, state, and local agencies to coordinate joint enforcement efforts, strengthen interagency collaboration, and address transnational threats.
Advising senior leadership on criminal trends, intelligence data, aviation enforcement strategies, policy development, safety protocols, and workforce management initiatives, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and professional development.
Please see the Qualifications and Required Documents sections for more information if education is applicable to this position.
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This position is with Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security.
The posted pay range is $149071 – $193798/yr.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-23.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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