The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Operations Division-Aviation Division is seeking a skilled Airplane Pilot to provide aviation support for operational and intelligence elements. This role is based in Fort Worth, Texas.
About the Role
The Airplane Pilot will operate multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft to support law enforcement activities. Responsibilities include transporting personnel and sensitive equipment, conducting air/ground surveillance, performing airborne reconnaissance, and providing expert aviation advice to management. The pilot will also be responsible for comprehensive flight planning, aircraft inspections, and 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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Must serve a probationary or trial period.
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All tentatively selected applicants will undergo urinalysis screening for illegal drug use.
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Must undergo an annual flight physical by a Designated Medical Examiner.
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Must complete an annual 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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Possess a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP).
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Possess a valid First or Second-Class Medical Certificate.
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Minimum flight hour requirements include:
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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 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.
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Specialized experience must include operating multi-engine fixed-wing airplanes for long distances, and at least one of the following: formulating flight plans, adhering to flight manual procedures, or conducting detailed post-flight inspections.
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Flight experience must be directly related to the work of the position.