The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Operations Division-Aviation Division is seeking an experienced Airplane Pilot to provide critical aviation support for operational and intelligence elements. This role is based in Fort Worth, Texas, and involves operating multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft to detect, locate, and assess illicit narcotics-related trafficking activities.
About the Role
As an Airplane Pilot, responsibilities include operating multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft for the transportation of personnel, cargo, and sensitive equipment. Duties encompass supporting DEA Special Agents in various airborne operations such as surveillance, reconnaissance, and emergency evacuations. The pilot will provide expert aviation advice to management, conduct comprehensive flight planning, and perform all pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight duties, including aircraft inspections and risk assessments. Pre-operational planning for enforcement operations is also a key aspect of this position.
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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Must serve a 1-year probationary or trial period.
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Tentatively selected applicants must submit to urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
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Must undergo an annual flight physical compliant 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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Minimum of 1500 total flight hours.
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Minimum of 250 pilot-in-command hours.
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Minimum of 75 night flying hours.
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Minimum of 100 flying hours within the last 12 months.
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Minimum of 500 multi-engine airplane hours.
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Minimum of 75 instrument hours, with at least 10 in actual instrument weather.
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Possession of 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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Possession of a current first or second-class medical certificate, dated within the previous 12 months.
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Demonstrated experience operating multi-engine fixed-wing airplanes over long distances to a wide variety of locations.
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Experience in at least one of the following: formulating flight plans, adhering to flight procedures specified in the airplane flight manual, or conducting detailed post-flight inspections.