Naval AI Training Subject Matter Expert

OpenTrain AI, Inc.; Arlington (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

OpenTrain AI, Inc. seeks an on-site contractor in the Arlington, VA / DC area to provide expert maritime and defense analysis to support AI training.

The role pays $50–$100 per hour and requires extensive Navy or maritime experience with strong briefing and communication skills. The work includes handling classified and unclassified material, coordinating with Navy, DoD, IC, and industry partners, and delivering concise assessments and high-level briefings to senior leaders.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years in the U.S. Navy, MARAD/DOT, or comparable maritime/defense role.
• Clear communication and sound judgment in high-stakes settings.
• Experience with briefing senior leaders and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert analysis based on fleet, program, intelligence, or maritime/defense experience for AI training.
• Turn findings into clear recommendations and high-level briefings for executive audiences.
• Assess operational data for Navy planning and requirements.
• Coordinate with Navy, DoD, IC, and industry stakeholders.
• Safeguard classified materials and align work with mission needs.

Skills

Navy experience

Maritime expertise

Analytical writing

Executive briefing

Clear communication

Education

Master's degree in security studies/defense/engineering

Job description

Use naval, maritime, or defense experience to create analysis, recommendations, and briefings that support AI training. This on-site contractor role in Arlington or Washington, DC pays $50 to $100 per hour.

Remote Hourly · $50–$100/hr

$50–$100/hr

Compensation

Contract, part-time

Engagement

Remote

Location

Oct 28, 2026

Posted

Open to applicants in

United States

The Work

You will provide expert analysis based on direct fleet, program, intelligence, or comparable maritime and defense experience. Your work will support AI training and Navy planning across naval operations, platforms, doctrine, capabilities, and maritime security.

You will work with operational and program data, including classified and unclassified material, and turn your findings into clear recommendations. You will also communicate with government, military, intelligence, and industry stakeholders to gather information and align your work with mission needs.

• Assess operational and program data for Navy planning and requirements.
• Write concise assessments for senior military and civilian leaders.
• Prepare high-level briefings for executive or flag-level audiences.
• Interpret developments in naval capabilities and maritime security.
• Safeguard classified materials under facility and project protocols.
• Coordinate with Navy, Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and industry stakeholders.

What It Pays And Takes

This is an on-site contractor opportunity with part-time employment classification. The role is open to candidates in the United States and requires professional fluency in English.

• Pay: $50 to $100 per hour.
• Location: On site in Arlington, Virginia, or the Washington, DC area.
• Experience: At least 10 years in the U.S. Navy, MARAD/DOT, or a comparable maritime or defense role.
• Experience level: Entry level.
• Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance is strongly preferred.
• Possible clearance qualification: Secret clearance held within the last 24 months and eligibility for TS/SCI reinstatement.
• Required judgment: Strong analysis skills in classified or other high-stakes settings.
• Required communication: Ability to brief and write for executive or flag-level defense and government leadership.
• Required knowledge: Familiarity with Pentagon processes, OPNAV, NAVSEA, or PEO environments.
• Helpful background: Intelligence analysis or Intelligence Community experience.
• Helpful education: A master's degree in security studies, defense studies, engineering, or a related field.
• Prior AI experience is not required. Naval and maritime expertise, clear communication, and sound professional judgment are central to the work.

About AI Training Work

AI training is the human work behind systems that generate and understand information. Specialists prepare and review examples, including written analysis, so AI systems can produce more accurate and useful results in complex fields. Experienced professionals are valuable when a project needs sound judgment and deep subject knowledge.

Requirements

• Experience: Entry level