The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Operations Division-Aviation Division seeks a skilled Airplane Pilot to provide essential aviation support for operational and intelligence missions within the DEA and partner law enforcement agencies. This role is based in Fort Worth, Texas.
About the Role
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Operates multi-engine fixed-wing airplanes to transport cargo, equipment, sensitive materials, and personnel.
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Supports DEA Special Agents in various missions including air/ground surveillance, photography, fugitive transport, reconnaissance, emergency evacuations, and specialized operations.
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Provides expert aviation advice on aircraft capabilities, limitations, and safety to DEA management and personnel.
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Conducts comprehensive pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight responsibilities, including aircraft inspections, flight planning, weight and balance calculations, risk assessments, and obtaining necessary clearances.
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Performs 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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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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Required to serve a 1-year probationary or trial period.
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Must submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
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Must undergo an annual flight physical and an annual DEA standardization check-ride.
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Must pass FAA written and practical tests for required DEA pilot certificates.
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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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Demonstrated proficiency in piloting aircraft and specific skills related to the position through flight hour requirements and recency of flight experience.
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Possess 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:
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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 at least 10 hours 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): 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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For GS-13 level: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level.
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Specialized experience must include operating multi-engine fixed-wing airplanes (e.g., Beechcraft King Air 350s, ATR-42/500) for long distances, and at least one of the following: formulating flight plans, adhering to flight manual procedures, or conducting detailed post-flight inspections.