The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is seeking experienced Airplane Pilots to join its Operations Division-Aviation Division in an unspecified location. This role is crucial for providing aviation support to operational and intelligence elements, aiding in the detection, location, identification, and assessment of illicit narcotics-related trafficking activities.
About the Role
The Airplane Pilot will operate multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft for the transportation of cargo, equipment, sensitive materials, and personnel. Responsibilities include supporting DEA Special Agents in various operations such as air/ground surveillance, photography, fugitive transport, reconnaissance, and emergency evacuations. The pilot will also provide expert aviation advice to management, conduct pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight responsibilities, and perform pre-operational planning for enforcement operations.
Requirements
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U.S. Citizenship is required.
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Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
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Subject to random drug testing.
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Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
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Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
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Will be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
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Must submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
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Must undergo an annual flight physical and a DEA standardization check-ride.
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Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
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Successful completion of a flight assessment with a DEA Instructor or Standardization Pilot is required.
Qualifications
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Must possess a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP).
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Must possess a valid First or Second-Class Medical Certificate.
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Minimum flight hour requirements:
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Total Flight Time: 1500 hours
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Pilot-In-Command: 250 hours
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Night Flying: 75 hours
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Flying Time, Last 12 Months: 100 hours
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Multi-engine Airplane: 500 hours
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Instrument: 75 hours (including at least 10 in actual instrument weather)
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For GS-13 level, at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level, demonstrating experience in operating multi-engine fixed-wing airplanes and at least one of the following: formulating flight plans, adhering to flight procedures, or conducting detailed post-flight inspections.