Special Forces Operator — Frontier AI Research & Benchmarking

Operating at the intersection of enterprise data governance and foundation model alignment, ZR Talent Group is conducting an executive search for a distinguished Special Forces Operator — Frontier AI Research & Benchmarking ($40 - $80/hour). This institutional engagement tasks qualified domain authorities in tactical operations expertise, mission planning, military tactics and procedures, operational realism assessment with establishing empirical benchmark standards, auditing complex model reasoning chains, and validating multi-step autonomous workflows under strict enterprise evaluation criteria.

Operational Scope & Core 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 Rules of Engagement (ROE) and the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC).
• Identify unrealistic assumptions or operational errors and provide clear, structured written feedback.

Professional Background & Competencies

• Ability to explain complex military concepts clearly in writing.
• Combat deployments, Special Forces weapons specialization, or experience as a tactical instructor are highly desirable.
• 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.

Institutional Remuneration & Contract Specifications

• Compensation Rate: $40 - $80/hour (verified contractor remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Core Competencies: tactical operations expertise, mission planning, military tactics and procedures, operational realism assessment, written communication, rules of engagement (roe) knowledge, law of armed conflict (loac) knowledge, scenario evaluation, combat experience, analytical thinking
• Hiring Lead: Nathaniel Cross (Principal AI Placement Director) at ZR Talent Group

Direct Application Process: Click the Apply button on this page to submit your profile directly for immediate evaluation.