Air Defense Operator | $80/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a skilled weapons systems evaluator in the United States to assess AI-generated scenarios in air defense, missile operations, naval weapons, and tactical aviation. The role requires hands-on military experience and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly in writing.

You will review scenario realism, ROE/LOAC alignment, and provide constructive feedback to improve accuracy and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Current or former military weapons systems operator with hands-on air defense experience.
• Experience in missile operations, naval combat systems, or tactical aviation.
• Experience with high-complexity weapons platforms is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-generated scenarios involving air defense, missile systems, naval weapons, or tactical aviation.
• Assess operational realism, weapons employment decisions, and mission procedures.
• Identify unrealistic assumptions and provide clear written feedback.

Skills

Air defense experience

Missile operations

Naval combat systems

Tactical aviation

Written communication

Tools

Patriot

THAAD

Aegis

NASAMS

Job description

• Evaluate AI-generated scenarios involving air defense, missile systems, naval weapons, or tactical aviation.
• Assess operational realism, weapons employment decisions, and mission procedures.
• Review scenarios for accuracy, sound reasoning, and alignment with Rules of Engagement (ROE) and the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC).
• Identify unrealistic assumptions, technical inaccuracies, or operational errors and provide clear written feedback.

Requirements

• Current or former military weapons systems operator with hands-on experience in air defense, missile operations, naval combat systems, or tactical aviation.
• Experience with systems such as Patriot, THAAD, Aegis, NASAMS, or comparable military weapons platforms is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of weapons employment, tactical decision-making, and military operational procedures.
• Ability to explain complex technical and military concepts clearly in writing.

Application Process

• Participate in resume evaluation & interview stage