Job Summary
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Operations Division-Aviation Division is seeking skilled Airplane Pilots to provide vital aviation support for operational and intelligence elements within the DEA and the broader law enforcement community. This role is crucial for detecting, locating, identifying, and assessing illicit narcotics-related trafficking activities. The position is located in Fort Worth, Texas.
About the Role
As an Airplane Pilot, responsibilities include:
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Operating multi-engine fixed-wing airplanes for the transport of cargo, equipment, sensitive materials, and personnel.
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Transporting DEA Special Agents for various missions such as air/ground surveillance, air photography, fugitive transport, undercover role enhancement, airborne reconnaissance, emergency evacuations, airborne electronic tracking, sensitive cargo and personnel transport, specialized missions, marijuana eradication, and prisoner transport.
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Providing expert aviation advice to DEA management and operational personnel concerning aircraft capabilities, limitations, and safety.
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Conducting comprehensive pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight responsibilities, including aircraft inspections, fuel planning, weight and balance calculations, equipment and navigational system checks, risk assessments, and obtaining flight clearances.
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Performing pre-operational planning for enforcement operations to optimize aviation support.
Requirements
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U.S. Citizenship is required.
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Successful completion of a background investigation and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
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Subject to random drug testing.
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Successful completion of 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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Successful completion of a 1-year probationary period or a 1-year or 2-year trial period.
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All tentatively selected applicants will be required to undergo urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
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Must undergo an annual flight physical performed by a Designated Medical Examiner in compliance with FAA regulations.
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Must complete an annual DEA standardization check-ride as specified in the Aviation Operations Manual.
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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.
Qualifications
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Possession of a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or the appropriate military rating, including commercial licenses for single and multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft with an instrument rating. An Airline Transport Pilot Certificate is also acceptable.
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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 (at least 10 in actual instrument weather)
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Possession of a current first or second-class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations, dated within the previous 12 months.
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Successful completion of a flight assessment.
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Selective Placement Factor (SPF): Must possess a Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP) and either a valid First or Second-Class Medical Certificate.
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At least one full year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level, demonstrating:
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Operating multi-engine fixed-wing airplanes over long distances to a wide variety of locations.
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AND at least ONE of the following:
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Formulating a flight plan through study of maps and charts.
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Adhering to flight procedures and parameters specified in the airplane flight manual.
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Conducting detailed post-flight inspections to identify mechanical discrepancies.