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Senior Quality Engineer – Automotive – QE / QA
Salary $85,000 - $115,000 + Benefits & Paid Relocation to the Southern USA where the charming neighborhoods give this locality a small-town feel, but you have all the amenities of the Big City with restaurants, events, festivals, art exhibits, & museums from the traditional to the funky. There is great shopping & eating – from groovy little cafes to microbreweries.
Automotive client is recruiting a Senior Quality Engineer who will provide quality support to production operations to ensure integrity of products. You’ll be instrumental in driving quality improvement with the goal of zero defects! Team focused company that takes pride in their quality image, product performance, and customer service.
As the Senior Quality Engineer, you’ll proactively lead all product development and launch activities which include design reviews, DFMA reviews, DCP reviews, customer visits, supplier visits and DV and PV testing. You’ll manage the processes and system quality requirements, new product development, & launch or process changes. You’ll supervise quality technicians and auditors. You’ll also develop Process Control plans and will work on cycle time improvements, inventory reduction, scrap reduction, MRO costs, and labor costs.
As the Senior Quality Engineer, you’ll identify improvement opportunities, develop proposals, provide and implement training for mistake-proofing throughout the manufacturing process. You’ll spearhead Continuous Improvement opportunities.
Minimum requirements for this Senior Quality Engineer:
- Degree in Engineering or similar discipline
- At least 5 years of experience in a Quality role in the automotive industry
- Proficient with automotive Quality tools such as QS-9000 and TS-16949, FMEA, APQP, PPAP, MSA, Process Flow and Corrective Actions
- Experience with Problem Solving methodologies such as 5 Why, 8-D, etc.
- Experience and knowledge of advanced quality planning, inspection and techniques
- Experience with Supplier relationships
- Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills
- Proficient at MS Office & typical QA softwares.
The company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, is rapidly growing and in need of a Machinist.
The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathe, while also understanding machining centers, lathes, and other equipment to produce parts to tight tolerances within .001. Experience programming at machine is a big plus. FEC offers a unique working environment that allows a hands-on individual to develop and grow as the company expands its footprint and maintains high performance as a trusted defense contractor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate 3 or 4 axis machining centers to perform precision machining operations
- Participate in continuous improvement activities.
- Analyze data and production reports
- Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output
- Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job
- Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping
- Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes) and position or load material for a job
- Determine and program size of batches, speed of machine etc.
- Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues
- Check output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects
- Keep records of approved and defective units or final products
- Set-up and operate manual and CNC machines to manufacture parts to meet engineering blueprints.
- Work closely with CNC programmer to ensure that programs manufacture parts that meet drawing specifications.
- Support maintenance of tooling, identifying tooling needs and sharpening tooling as necessary
- Operation of one or more CNC machines under the direction of supervisors
- Minor maintenance on machines
- Load programs and perform simple edits as needed
- Adhere to company Malpractice & Ethics Policies
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma (Preferred) or GED
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Manual and/or CNC Machining Experience
- 3 axis CNC Millsa plus
- G&M Code editing a plus
- Must be able to use indicators and setting starting coordinates
- Use of basic measuring tools
- Understand X,Y,Z coordinates
- Ability to set up machine and operate it independently (change cutters) adjust speeds, feeds and edits
- Troubleshooting skills a plus.
- Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
- Minimum of 3 years of machining experience. Experience on CNC Mills, Manual Lathes and Mills is preferred.
- Ability to interpret shop drawings, layouts and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operation, and set-up requirements
- Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges and other precision measuring instruments is required
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to troubleshoot
- Fanuc experience is preferable
- Good coordination, motor skills, and dexterity
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Ensures that all safety procedures are followed as stated on posted signs and in Company policy
- Creative thinking and idea generation
- Significant manufacturing experience
- Ability to communicate information clearly
- Ability to collaborate with others and work independently
Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.
This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.
Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
What We Offer:
- Health benefits, including telehealth medical services, Dental & Vision
- Life, AD&D & Disability (paid for by the company)
- 401K with a company match
The primary function of this position is to weld fabricated parts used in the manufacturing process.
Essential Duties:
- Be responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget
- Follows written work instructions
- Works under minimal supervision on duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals
- Resolves most questions and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher levels
- Be a self-starter and demonstrate good decision-making ability
- Must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment
- May perform more detailed tasks requiring deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures
- Understands requirements, possess appropriate skills, and perform various welding processes in all positions on products of all applicable metals
- Welds with a high degree of proficiency, experience, and knowledge, able to meet various codes and specifications including AWS and ASME
- Knows, qualifies, and performs the following: MIG: carbon steels, stainless steel, and aluminum and combination; TIG: carbon steels, stainless steel, aluminum, and combination
- Performs material preparation, open set-up and fit to meet process requirements proficiently in all required operations
- Reads blueprints, weld symbols and NDE symbols and interpret acceptance criteria
- Accurately perform visual inspection of weldments to confirm compliance to various codes and standards
- Performs daily and weekly maintenance on all equipment
- Supports, communicates, reinforces, and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization
- Adheres to all quality and safety standards
- Supports other projects and performs duties as assigned
Education/Experience/Other Skills & Abilities:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Experience in a pulse process using metal cored wire in all positions
- Ability to pass in house certification testing up to and including 6G
- Minimum five (5) years of weld experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this role.
This position requires access to or use of export-controlled technical data or technology controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Accordingly, applicants must be U.S. Persons or must be eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. A U.S. Person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person who is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324(b)(a)(3).
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Kelly Services is looking for a production supervisor for a packaging company in Florence, KY.
This is a direct hire role and is not temporary or contract. Position is a salaried role and pays between $88,500 and $92,000 yearly with benefits that include 3 weeks of paid time off, paid holidays, health and life insurance, 401k match up to 6%, etc.
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A NIGHT SHIFT POSITION. The hours are 7:45p-8:15a and would be on a 2-2-3 12 hour shift. Rotation would be one week you would work Mon, Tues, Sat, and Sun and the next week you would work the opposite days.
We are looking for someone that has at least 5 years of experience in supervisory role in manufacturing with at least one year in Industrial Manufacturing. This is a very hands on role where you will spend most of your time on the floor. You'll start your day going over safety with the team of 22 employees over 5 different lines. You'll also be following up on production actions, negotiation and managing staff shortages. At times, you will be relieving someone to take a lunch and will be working in their position until someone is able to take over. Position requires steel toed shoes or boots and is provided by the customer.
Essential Functions
• Supervise and coordinate daily manufacturing operations to meet production targets. Ensure adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Lead and motivate production teams, providing guidance and support. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment. Allocate tasks and responsibilities to ensure smooth workflow.
• Collaborate with quality control teams to maintain and improve product quality. Implement and enforce quality control processes within the production process.
• Identify areas for process optimization, efficiency enhancement, and cost reduction. Implement improvements to enhance overall production performance.
• Train, mentor, and develop production staff. Ensure that team members are adequately skilled and knowledgeable in their roles. Support ongoing training initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards. Implement safety protocols and guidelines to minimize workplace hazards. Conduct regular safety meetings.
• Collaborate with materials management to ensure an uninterrupted supply of materials for production. Monitor and control inventory levels to support production needs.
• Address production issues in real-time, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities, quality control measures, and any incidents. Ensure compliance with documentation requirements.
• Effectively communicate production goals, targets, and expectations to the team. Collaborate with other departments to streamline production processes.
Position Qualifications
Education:
• High School Diploma with prior leadership experience preferred.
Experience:
• 5-7 years’ experience with supervision in a manufacturing environment
• Strong Leadership Skills, Advanced leadership and coaching skills preferred
• Strong mathematical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
Erlanger, KY
Travel:5-10%
Reports to: CEO
Steuart Nutrition exists to glorify God by creating life-giving products.
We believe culture and character drive results. Our focus is to build long-term partnerships, operate with integrity, and manufacture high-quality supplement products for growing brands.
Steuart Nutrition is a supplement manufacturing company based in Erlanger, Kentucky. We are scaling our operations through robotics, AI-driven workflows, and process automation to build a highly efficient, forward-thinking manufacturing platform. We take a proactive approach to business development through product development and operationalizing supply chain partnership.
We work with brands across the supplement, wellness, and sports nutrition industries and are focused on long-term growth and operational excellence.
We are hiring a Quality Site Manager to lead and build the quality program for our Erlanger, Kentucky manufacturing facility.
This role will oversee site quality systems, laboratory operations, and cross-functional quality initiatives while working closely with Operations, Production, and Leadership teams. The Quality Site Manager will be responsible for ensuring our manufacturing processes consistently meet high standards for safety, compliance, and product integrity.
This role requires a hands-on leader with strong problem-solving skills and a systems mindset. You will help design and implement modern quality systems that improve accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement across the facility as we scale our operations.
Lead and manage the site-wide quality program including sanitation, allergen control, ingredient verification, seal integrity, and traceability
Develop and oversee digital quality workflows, metrics, and reporting systems
Establish and manage an internal testing lab, including equipment, systems, and team development
Monitor production quality performance and implement improvements when issues arise
Partner with Operations, Production, and Engineering teams to integrate quality into daily processes
Ensure audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and strong documentation practices
Implement root-cause analysis and corrective actions to prevent recurring issues
Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools that track quality performance
Coach cross-functional teams to strengthen ownership and accountability for quality outcomes
Represent Steuart Nutrition’s mission and culture through high standards of integrity and leadership
Strong leadership and problem-solving skills with a systems-oriented mindset
Ability to build and improve quality processes in a manufacturing environment
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments
Hands-on approach to troubleshooting and process improvement
Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Alignment with our mission, values, and a character-driven workplace
Experience in quality management, manufacturing, or food/supplement production preferred
Experience with audits, root-cause analysis, metrics, or quality systems is strongly preferred
Microbiology lab experience, aseptic sampling methods, or GLP experience are helpful but not required
Interest in automation, digital tools, or data-driven quality systems is a plus
No degree required — capability, discipline, and character matter most.
Compensation is benchmarked to Quality Management roles in Northern Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati manufacturing market.
As Steuart Nutrition continues to scale, this leadership role may expand into broader quality or operational leadership across the organization.
Potential future paths include Multi-Site Quality Leadership, Corporate Quality Roles, or hybrid leadership opportunities across Quality and R&D depending on performance and company growth.
Hi, thank you for applying for this position. In a paragraph of at least 6 sentences, please answer the following questions:
- What about our mission + values excites you? And why?
- Describe the team environment where you do your best work.
- When you miss a goal, what do you usually attribute it to?
- Tell me about a time something went wrong at work that wasn’t your fault. What did you do next?
Senior Buyer – Aerospace Manufacturing
Salary: $80,000-$90,000 + Excellent Benefits + Bonus
Location: NKY / Greater Cincinnati area – Onsite
Our innovative and industry leading aerospace composites client is searching an experienced Senior Buyer to support the strategic sourcing and procurement of critical materials used in high performance aerospace manufacturing. The Buyer plays an important part in ensuring the timely availability of composite raw materials while supporting production schedules, cost objectives, and strict aerospace quality standards which keeps the business strong.
In this role, you will lead sourcing and procurement activities for raw composite materials such as carbon fiber, resins, and prepregs used in aerospace manufacturing. Strong Excel skills and work with Pivot Tables is a must have. Responsibilities include negotiating supplier agreements, issuing and managing purchase orders, maintaining accurate purchasing data within the ERP system, and monitoring supplier performance to ensure quality and on time delivery. You will also conduct spend analysis, evaluate supplier capabilities, and partner with internal teams to support new product introductions and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
Requirements for the Senior Buyer:
- 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience within aerospace or advanced manufacturing environments.
- Experience sourcing composite materials such as carbon fiber, resins, or prepregs strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of aerospace quality standards and regulatory requirements including AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, or FAR.
- Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a track record of improving supplier performance and reducing costs.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP or INDEX MATCH, and data analysis.
- Experience working within ERP or MRP systems for purchasing and inventory management, Syteline experience preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and material specifications.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, quality, production, and supplier teams.
For immediate consideration, please submit your updated MS Word resume to:
Clean Harbors in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum trucks, Cuscos, guzzlers, and roll offs. This role is responsible for performing driving and non-driving duties on and off customer sites associated with hazardous waste clean-up.
Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Recruiting Pay range 25-27
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
- Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
- Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
- Operate commercial trucks and assist field laborers when needed (team atmosphere where everyone helps)
- Operate a variety of Class A trucks
- Loading and unloading of trucks
- Manual labor on site to ensure fulfillment of customer needs
- Proper placarding of vehicles to meet Company and DOT requirements/regulations
- Maintain daily logs, time sheets, and various reports
- Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
- Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
- Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
- Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
- Performs other duties as assigned
- By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
- By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
- Valid Class A CDL
- Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment
- Ability to use various mobile devices
- Perform physical functions per job requirements
- Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
- Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Commercial driver experience
- Hazmat and Tanker endorsement
- Previous Hazmat experience
- Ability to operate a manual transmission
- Previous manual labor experience
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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HarmonyCares is a leading national value-based provider of in-home primary care services for people with complex healthcare needs. Headquartered out of Troy, Michigan, HarmonyCares operates home-based primary care practices in 14 states. HarmonyCares employs more than 200+ primary care providers to deliver patient-centered care under an integrated, team-based, physician-driven model.
Our Mission – To bring personalized, quality-based healthcare to the home of patients who have difficult accessing care.
Our Shared Vision – Every patient deserves access to quality healthcare.
Our Values – The way we care is our legacy. Every interaction counts. Go the extra mile. Empower and support each other.
Why You Should Want to Work with Us
- Accountable Care Organization
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Paid Orientation and Training
- Established in 11 states
- A+ rated malpractice coverage with tail coverage
- No holidays, no hospital rounds
More details about the benefits we offer can be found at
Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner delivers annual risk assessment in a residential setting or telehealth, within the scope of practice for a Nurse Practitioner, as delegated by the Collaborative Physician.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive in-home health risk assessments to identify all active and chronic disease conditions, as well as determine all physical, mental, and social needs present at the time of the visit
- Takes history, examines, determines diagnoses.
- Provides written documentation of patient visit, per NCQA standards
- Takes patient vital signs, as necessary.
- Places case management referrals and communicates with PCP as necessary.
- Communicates with patients, caregivers, agency nurses, other providers and vendors as necessary to assure proper diagnosis.
- Performs all clinical duties while observing OSHA Universal Precautions
- Maintains patient confidentiality
- Attends required meetings and in-services and participates in committees, as requested
- Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional licenses and affiliations
In this role you may work with. . .
- Teammates
- Physicians
- Medical Staff
- Patients
- Caregivers
- Agency Nurses
- Providers
- Vendors
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
- Active/unrestricted nurse practitioner license to practice in coverage states
- Board certification in one of the following: American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Active BLS Certification
- Current enrollment in Medicare/Medicaid
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record
- Outstanding EHR skills
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Geriatric training/experience
- Skill in teamwork and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
Conditions of this role to be aware of. . .
- Adaptability to differing weather conditions and patients’ home/residential environments
- Full range of body motion including handling/lifting patients. Manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, normal visual acuity, normal hearing, standing, bending, walking and stair climbing
- Regular lifting/carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to ride in automobile or van up to 150 miles daily in urban and/or rural settings. Ability to drive, if necessary
Pay Transparency
Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related considerations.
NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those with Merchant Mariner Credentials the exceptional opportunity of a career in law enforcement working with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission protecting America.
If you're looking for an exciting and rewarding job that also provides great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become a Marine Interdiction Agent .
AMO is actively seeking applicants to fill full-time security-based positions with the nation's largest law enforcement organization charged with maintaining the security of our national borders while facilitating lawful international travel and trade.
DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW! Salary and Benefits Begin your career as a Marine Interdiction Agent (MIA) and make up to $73,939–$96,116 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location.
Recruitment Incentive: New hires that are eligible may receive a one-time Recruitment Incentive payout of $10,000 after completing Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) (1 year service agreement will need to be completed) (Recruitment Incentive is only available to new Federal employees as described in 5 CFR 575.102.
Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources.) Example annual compensation for the first three years at our CAMB and subordinates new-hire locations (RUS LEAP 25% Retention Incentive).
GS-11 1st year annual pay
- $102,424 GS-12 2nd or 3rd year annual pay
- $132,931 GS-13 3rd year of annual pay
- $158,075 Example annual compensation for the first three years at our Key West, Key Largo, and Marathon, FL new-hire locations (Locality Salary Table LEAP 25% Retention Incentive) GS-11 1st year annual pay
- $108,431 GS-12 2nd or 3rd year annual pay
- $141,575 GS-13 3rd year of annual pay
- $168,352 Example annual compensation for the first three years at our Long Beach, CA new-hire locations (Locality Salary Table LEAP 25% Retention Incentive) GS-11 1st year annual pay
- $107,749 GS-12 2nd or 3rd year annual pay
- $154,974 GS-13 3rd year of annual pay
- $184,285 This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12 and GS-13.
You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52-weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval) and any additional training, licensing, and certification requirements.
Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.
Recruitment Incentive (RI): Upon Entrance on Duty (EOD), you may be eligible to receive a Recruitment Incentive LEAP: Law Enforcement Availability Pay (25% Everyone) RI: Retention Incentive (25% for Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB) Locations, Key Largo, FL, Key West, FL, Marathon, FL and Long Beach, CA)
*Retention Incentive is contingent on eligibility.
Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources Duty Locations A duty location will be offered after successful completion of the pre-employment process.
The duty location listed in the final offer letter may include any geographic location within the Southwest Region, Southeast Region or Caribbean Air and Marine Branch.
Note: Your opportunity for final selection is increased based on your flexibility to Enter on Duty at priority duty location.
Current possible duty locations include: Southeast Region: Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Marathon, FL and CAMB: Fajardo, Mayaguez, Ponce, and San Juan PR; and Saint Thomas, VI Northern Region: Bellingham, WA Limited Duty Locations as of – 1 2/1/2025 Applying to this JOA does not guarantee any of the locations listed below will still be available once you've completed the pre-employment process.
Locations are offered based on the current needs of the service at that time.
Northern Region: Port Huron, MI Southeast Region: Houma, LA Southwest Region: San Diego, CA Duties and Responsibilities As a Marine Interdiction Agent, you will perform marine-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States.
Typical duties may include: Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities.
Interpreting radar data to calculate appropriate intercept while tracking vessels and people to a successful interdiction.
Searching persons, vessels, baggage, and cargo for contraband or weapons incidental to detention or arrest.
Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence.
Qualifications This GS-11 grade level position has a selective factor: As a minimum qualification requirement all candidates must have a qualifying Merchant Mariner Credential.
See the U.S.
Coast Guard Issued Merchant Mariner Credentials (MMC) section that is listed below for qualifying capacities.
You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Independently applying advanced skill in controlling/commanding law enforcement scenes to include conducting searches, making arrests, processing arrests and seizure of evidence and property.
Conducting investigative inquiries using various techniques, examining files and records, physical and documentary evidence to identify logical conclusions.
Utilizing cameras and other electronic high-tech surveillance equipment to gather evidence, collect, evaluate, and then preserve that physical and documentary evidence.
Highly skilled in writing comprehensive arrest, criminal and incident reports.
Assisting government or state attorneys in preparation for court cases or grand juries, testifies as a law enforcement officer in court proceedings, and administrative forums.
Considerable experience applying arrest authorities and constitutional law in various alleged criminal situations, or knowledge and experience of CBP laws, regulations, policies, legal precedent.
OR GS-11 Education Substitution for experience: A Ph.D.
or equivalent doctoral degree, three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.M.
OR Combining Experience and Education: A combination of successfully completed post-bachelors' education (above) and experience.
This will be calculated using your resume and unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.
AND U.S.
Coast Guard Issued Merchant Mariner Credentials (MMC): You must submit a valid, legible copy of your Merchant Mariner Credential at time of application.
Your copies must include the expiration and capacity pages of your MMC.
Qualifying Capacities are Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV), Mate of 200 gross tons or greater (Inland, Great Lakes, Near Coastal or Oceans), Chief Mate, Second Mate, and Third Mate Unlimited Oceans or Master of 25 GRT or greater (Inland, Great Lakes, Near Coastal or Oceans) OR An Accepted MMLD Application: You must submit proof an accepted MMLD application, for a MMC with a qualifying capacity, and a credential status that is in a positive standing.
It cannot be pending additional information for MMLD application process.
You must have your Official MMC Credential in hand at the time of scheduling and at assessment appointment.
NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement, otherwise you will be found ineligible.
Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional resume requirements.
Other Requirements Citizenship : You must be a U.S.
Citizen to apply for this position.
Residency : You must have had primary U.S.
residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
Age Requirement: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions.
Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03.
The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.
8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.
8412(d).
AGE WAIVER: Creditable law enforcement officer service
- Covered by Title 5 U.S.C.
8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.
8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C.
8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement.
This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.
8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.
8412(d).
Veterans' Preference Eligibility
- To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decision Isabella v.
Dept of State, the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C.
3312.
You must submit proof of Veteran's Preference (DD-214 Member 4 Copy) at the time of application.
Training : This position has a training requirement.
You may be required to successfully complete the training requirement as a condition of employment.
Failure to successfully complete the required course(s) of training in accordance with CBP standards and policies will result in placement into either a former or different position, demotion, or separation as determined by management and appropriate procedures.
Travel Required: You may be expected to travel for this position based on operational needs.
How to Apply Click the Apply button on this site.
You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page.
For Position of Interest select Air and Marine Operations (Marine Interdiction Agent (MIA)), then complete the pre-screening questions.
You'll then receive a link(s) to the MIA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application.
Be certain to review ALL details of the job opening announcement and follow all instructions in the application process.
As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with AMO and CBP.
NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those with Merchant Mariner Credentials the exceptional opportunity of a career in law enforcement working with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission protecting America.
If you're looking for an exciting and rewarding job that also provides great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become a Marine Interdiction Agent .
AMO is actively seeking applicants to fill full-time security-based positions with the nation's largest law enforcement organization charged with maintaining the security of our national borders while facilitating lawful international travel and trade.
DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW! Salary and Benefits Begin your career as a Marine Interdiction Agent (MIA) and make up to $73,939–$96,116 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location.
Recruitment Incentive: New hires that are eligible may receive a one-time Recruitment Incentive payout of $10,000 after completing Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) (1 year service agreement will need to be completed) (Recruitment Incentive is only available to new Federal employees as described in 5 CFR 575.102.
Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources.) Example annual compensation for the first three years at our CAMB and subordinates new-hire locations (RUS LEAP 25% Retention Incentive).
GS-11 1st year annual pay
- $102,424 GS-12 2nd or 3rd year annual pay
- $132,931 GS-13 3rd year of annual pay
- $158,075 Example annual compensation for the first three years at our Key West, Key Largo, and Marathon, FL new-hire locations (Locality Salary Table LEAP 25% Retention Incentive) GS-11 1st year annual pay
- $108,431 GS-12 2nd or 3rd year annual pay
- $141,575 GS-13 3rd year of annual pay
- $168,352 Example annual compensation for the first three years at our Long Beach, CA new-hire locations (Locality Salary Table LEAP 25% Retention Incentive) GS-11 1st year annual pay
- $107,749 GS-12 2nd or 3rd year annual pay
- $154,974 GS-13 3rd year of annual pay
- $184,285 This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12 and GS-13.
You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52-weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval) and any additional training, licensing, and certification requirements.
Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.
Recruitment Incentive (RI): Upon Entrance on Duty (EOD), you may be eligible to receive a Recruitment Incentive LEAP: Law Enforcement Availability Pay (25% Everyone) RI: Retention Incentive (25% for Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB) Locations, Key Largo, FL, Key West, FL, Marathon, FL and Long Beach, CA)
*Retention Incentive is contingent on eligibility.
Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources Duty Locations A duty location will be offered after successful completion of the pre-employment process.
The duty location listed in the final offer letter may include any geographic location within the Southwest Region, Southeast Region or Caribbean Air and Marine Branch.
Note: Your opportunity for final selection is increased based on your flexibility to Enter on Duty at priority duty location.
Current possible duty locations include: Southeast Region: Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Marathon, FL and CAMB: Fajardo, Mayaguez, Ponce, and San Juan PR; and Saint Thomas, VI Northern Region: Bellingham, WA Limited Duty Locations as of – 1 2/1/2025 Applying to this JOA does not guarantee any of the locations listed below will still be available once you've completed the pre-employment process.
Locations are offered based on the current needs of the service at that time.
Northern Region: Port Huron, MI Southeast Region: Houma, LA Southwest Region: San Diego, CA Duties and Responsibilities As a Marine Interdiction Agent, you will perform marine-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States.
Typical duties may include: Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities.
Interpreting radar data to calculate appropriate intercept while tracking vessels and people to a successful interdiction.
Searching persons, vessels, baggage, and cargo for contraband or weapons incidental to detention or arrest.
Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence.
Qualifications This GS-11 grade level position has a selective factor: As a minimum qualification requirement all candidates must have a qualifying Merchant Mariner Credential.
See the U.S.
Coast Guard Issued Merchant Mariner Credentials (MMC) section that is listed below for qualifying capacities.
You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Independently applying advanced skill in controlling/commanding law enforcement scenes to include conducting searches, making arrests, processing arrests and seizure of evidence and property.
Conducting investigative inquiries using various techniques, examining files and records, physical and documentary evidence to identify logical conclusions.
Utilizing cameras and other electronic high-tech surveillance equipment to gather evidence, collect, evaluate, and then preserve that physical and documentary evidence.
Highly skilled in writing comprehensive arrest, criminal and incident reports.
Assisting government or state attorneys in preparation for court cases or grand juries, testifies as a law enforcement officer in court proceedings, and administrative forums.
Considerable experience applying arrest authorities and constitutional law in various alleged criminal situations, or knowledge and experience of CBP laws, regulations, policies, legal precedent.
OR GS-11 Education Substitution for experience: A Ph.D.
or equivalent doctoral degree, three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.M.
OR Combining Experience and Education: A combination of successfully completed post-bachelors' education (above) and experience.
This will be calculated using your resume and unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.
AND U.S.
Coast Guard Issued Merchant Mariner Credentials (MMC): You must submit a valid, legible copy of your Merchant Mariner Credential at time of application.
Your copies must include the expiration and capacity pages of your MMC.
Qualifying Capacities are Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV), Mate of 200 gross tons or greater (Inland, Great Lakes, Near Coastal or Oceans), Chief Mate, Second Mate, and Third Mate Unlimited Oceans or Master of 25 GRT or greater (Inland, Great Lakes, Near Coastal or Oceans) OR An Accepted MMLD Application: You must submit proof an accepted MMLD application, for a MMC with a qualifying capacity, and a credential status that is in a positive standing.
It cannot be pending additional information for MMLD application process.
You must have your Official MMC Credential in hand at the time of scheduling and at assessment appointment.
NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement, otherwise you will be found ineligible.
Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional resume requirements.
Other Requirements Citizenship : You must be a U.S.
Citizen to apply for this position.
Residency : You must have had primary U.S.
residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
Age Requirement: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions.
Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03.
The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.
8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.
8412(d).
AGE WAIVER: Creditable law enforcement officer service
- Covered by Title 5 U.S.C.
8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.
8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C.
8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement.
This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.
8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.
8412(d).
Veterans' Preference Eligibility
- To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decision Isabella v.
Dept of State, the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C.
3312.
You must submit proof of Veteran's Preference (DD-214 Member 4 Copy) at the time of application.
Training : This position has a training requirement.
You may be required to successfully complete the training requirement as a condition of employment.
Failure to successfully complete the required course(s) of training in accordance with CBP standards and policies will result in placement into either a former or different position, demotion, or separation as determined by management and appropriate procedures.
Travel Required: You may be expected to travel for this position based on operational needs.
How to Apply Click the Apply button on this site.
You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page.
For Position of Interest select Air and Marine Operations (Marine Interdiction Agent (MIA)), then complete the pre-screening questions.
You'll then receive a link(s) to the MIA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application.
Be certain to review ALL details of the job opening announcement and follow all instructions in the application process.
As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with AMO and CBP.
