Exercise Role Player - 1099 Independent Contractor

Job Overview:

Support military training exercises by portraying assigned roles that enhance mission realism. Role Players may portray opposition forces (OPFOR), high-value individuals, American citizens, Department of State personnel, local nationals, medical personnel, or other scenario-specific characters. Conversational Spanish fluency is desired for select positions.

This role is a 1099 independent contractor position and is not eligible for employee benefits. Services will be performed during the following period of performance:

• Dates: 17 - 23 September 2026
• Work Schedule: 10-hour shifts

Work hours and dates are fixed based on Government training requirements and are subject to mission schedule adjustments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Portray assigned characters during military training exercises.
• Remain in character and follow exercise instructions throughout each scenario.
• Safely operate assigned small arms training weapons and/or simulators.
• Wear designated attire appropriate to assigned role and region.
• Work in rural, urban, and maritime environments under varying weather conditions.
• Support exercise realism while adhering to all safety protocols.

Minimum Requirements/Education:

• Must have prior military, law enforcement, or comparable experience.
• U.S. Citizen.
• Current or recent practical knowledge of small arms weapons systems, including proficiency in the safe operation of weapons and/or weapons training simulators.
• Ability to meet OPNAVINST 6110.1J Physical Readiness Program standards.
• Ability to work in austere environments and varying weather conditions.
• Reliable transportation to and from the exercise location.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crawl, and move across uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift and carry training equipment as required.
• Ability to work outdoors in hot, humid, rural, urban, and maritime environments for extended periods.

Preferred Experience: 

• Previous OPFOR or military exercise role player experience.