The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Operations Division-Aviation Division is seeking skilled Airplane Pilots to provide critical aviation support for operational and intelligence elements within the DEA and the law enforcement community. The primary purpose of this role is to detect, locate, identify, and assess illicit narcotics-related trafficking activities across various domestic and international locations.
About the Role
As an Airplane Pilot, responsibilities include the operation of multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft for the transportation of cargo, equipment, sensitive materials, and personnel. Key duties involve supporting DEA Special Agents in a range of operations such as air/ground surveillance, photography, fugitive transport, reconnaissance, emergency evacuations, and specialized missions. The role also entails providing expert aviation advice, performing comprehensive pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight duties, and contributing to the pre-operational planning of enforcement activities.
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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A 1-year probationary or trial period will be served.
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All tentatively selected candidates must undergo a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use.
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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 as specified in the Aviation Operations Manual (AOM).
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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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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 (ATP) Certificate is also acceptable.
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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 (at least 10 in actual instrument weather)
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The ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills related to piloting aircraft and the specific requirements of the position.
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For GS-13, at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level, performing duties such as operating multi-engine fixed-wing airplanes over long distances and one of the following: formulating flight plans, adhering to flight procedures, or conducting detailed post-flight inspections.