The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Operations Division-Aviation Division is seeking a skilled Airplane Pilot to provide vital aviation support for operational and intelligence elements. This role is critical in detecting, locating, identifying, and assessing illicit narcotics-related trafficking activities within the United States and internationally.
About the Role
As an Airplane Pilot with the DEA, the incumbent will operate multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft to transport cargo, equipment, and personnel. Responsibilities include supporting DEA Special Agents in a variety of missions such as air/ground surveillance, air photography, fugitive transport, airborne reconnaissance, emergency evacuations, and sensitive cargo transport. The pilot will also provide expert aviation advice to DEA management and operational personnel, conduct thorough 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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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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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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Incumbent will be required to serve a 1-year probationary or trial period.
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All tentatively selected applicants must submit to urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
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DEA Pilots must undergo an annual flight physical by a Designated Medical Examiner in compliance with FAA regulations.
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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.
Qualifications
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Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in piloting aircraft and specific knowledge related to the position.
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Must hold a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or 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 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 (at least 10 in actual instrument weather)
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Must possess 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): 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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GS-13 applicants must have at least one full year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level, including operating multi-engine fixed-wing airplanes over long distances, and at least one additional duty from the following: formulating flight plans, adhering to flight procedures, or conducting detailed post-flight inspections.