Special Forces Operator

Confidential; United States; Remote; USD 117,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

Zekai seeks current or former Special Operations Forces personnel to contribute to an AI development project focused on military operations, tactical decision-making, and operational realism. You will use your firsthand military experience to evaluate AI-generated scenarios, identify inaccuracies, and provide expert feedback to improve AI reasoning and reliability.

This is a 100% remote contract role, open to applicants worldwide in the countries the employer accepts.

Qualifications

• Current or former SOF operator with proven field experience.
• Ability to explain complex military concepts clearly in writing.
• Hands-on experience in tactical operations, mission planning, and weapons employment.
• Combat deployments or tactical instructor experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-generated scenarios involving special operations, tactical planning, and combat decision-making.
• Assess operational realism, mission execution, and the application of military tactics and procedures.
• Review scenarios for accuracy, sound reasoning, and alignment with ROE and LOAC.
• Identify unrealistic assumptions or operational errors and provide clear, structured written feedback.

Skills

Tactical operations

Mission planning

Weapons employment

Job description

Role Title: Special Forces Operator

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote (Worldwide)

About the Role

our partner is seeking current or former Special Operations Forces (SOF) personnel to contribute to an AI development project focused on military operations, tactical decision-making, and operational realism.

You'll use your firsthand military experience to evaluate AI-generated scenarios, identify inaccuracies, and provide expert feedback to improve AI reasoning and reliability.

Scope of Work

• Evaluate AI-generated scenarios involving special operations, tactical planning, and combat decision-making.
• Assess operational realism, mission execution, and the application of military tactics and procedures.
• Review scenarios for accuracy, sound reasoning, and alignment with Rules of Engagement (ROE) and the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC).
• Identify unrealistic assumptions or operational errors and provide clear, structured written feedback.

Qualifications

• Current or former Special Operations Forces operator, such as a Green Beret, Army Ranger, Navy SEAL, Marine Raider, Air Force Special Tactics operator, or equivalent allied SOF personnel.
• Hands-on experience in tactical operations, mission planning, and weapons employment.
• Strong understanding of military operational procedures and tactical decision-making.
• Ability to explain complex military concepts clearly in writing.
• Combat deployments, Special Forces weapons specialization, or experience as a tactical instructor are highly desirable.

This is a 100% remote contract role, open to applicants worldwide in the countries the employer accepts.