Naval Subject Matter Expert (Cleared)
micro1 is hiring a Naval Subject Matter Expert (Cleared) for a remote role open to applicants in United States. It pays $50-$100/hr and Level rates it ; you can apply on micro1.
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- Level rates this role Works on AI ●●●○: the daily work is on AI products, without building the model.
- The posting lists this role as remote.
- Tools and skills the posting cites include naval operations, defense analysis and briefing.
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Cleared naval subject matter expert needed to provide operational analysis and training input for AI systems shaping Navy decision-making.
Role Title: Naval Subject Matter Expert (Cleared)
Role Type: Contractor
Location: on-site, Arlington, VA or DC-area, US.
micro1 is engaging Naval Subject Matter Expert (Cleared) professionals to contribute critical naval and maritime expertise to a customer’s high-impact project shaping Navy decision-making at the Pentagon. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. You'll leverage operational, programmatic, or intelligence backgrounds to deliver nuanced analysis, actionable recommendations, and clear written or verbal briefings in a secure environment.
Scope of Work
- Develop and deliver expert analysis on naval operations, platforms, and doctrine based on direct fleet, program, or intelligence experience.
- Assess and synthesize classified and unclassified operational or program data to create recommendations supporting Navy planning and requirements.
- Draft concise, actionable written assessments and prepare high-level briefings for senior military and civilian leadership audiences.
- Coordinate across Navy, DoD, Intelligence Community, and industry stakeholders to gather insights and ensure alignment with mission goals.
- Interpret and communicate recent developments in naval capabilities and maritime security relevant to the customer's objectives.
- Safeguard and handle classified materials (TS/SCI level) in accordance with project and facility protocols.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in U.S. Navy, MARAD/DOT, or comparable maritime/defense roles; O-4/O-5, GS-13/14-equivalent, or proven subject-matter authority.
- Active TS/SCI clearance strongly preferred; at minimum, Secret clearance held within the last 24 months and eligibility for TS/SCI reinstatement.
- Demonstrated skill briefing and writing for executive or flag-level leadership within defense or government contexts.
- Familiarity with Pentagon processes, OPNAV, NAVSEA, or PEO environments, and cross-stakeholder coordination.
- Track record of analytical judgment in classified or high-stakes project environments.
- Background in intelligence analysis or experience within the Intelligence Community considered a strong asset.
- Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as national security, defense studies, or engineering, is desirable.
How we rate this
Naval Subject Matter Expert (Cleared) at micro1 rates 60 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Works on AI (AI Level 3 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Works on AI. The daily work is on AI products, without building the model.
- ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
- ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
- ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
- ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39
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- Tell me about a project where naval operations was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where defense analysis was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where briefing was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where intelligence analysis was part of your work. What did you do?
- Describe a typical day in a role like this one: which parts run through AI directly?
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- Show where AI is part of your daily process, not a one-off project. This role expects it to be a running habit.
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