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O Gara Training & Services LLC

Instructor

Irvine, CA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Job Requirements:  Prior Military with Honorable Discharge  Possess a current DoD Secret Personal Security Clearance  Expeditionary Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor (SAMI) course (or ...

Armada Ltd

Weapons Based Instructor I

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor (SAMI); Antiterrorism Training Supervisor (AT TRASUP); Security Reaction Force-Advanced (SRF-A); Armed Sentry/Security Reaction Force-Basic (AS/SRF-B); Submarine ...

Armada Ltd

Weapons Based Instructor I

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor (SAMI); Antiterrorism Training Supervisor (AT TRASUP); Security Reaction Force-Advanced (SRF-A); Armed Sentry/Security Reaction Force-Basic (AS/SRF-B); Submarine ...

Armada Ltd

Weapons Based Instructor II

Jacksonville, FL

$17 - $21.25/hr

Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor (SAMI); Antiterrorism Training Supervisor (AT TRASUP); Security Reaction Force-Advanced (SRF-A); Armed Sentry/Security Reaction Force-Basic (AS/SRF-B); Submarine ...

Armada Ltd

Weapons Based Instructor II

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor (SAMI); Antiterrorism Training Supervisor (AT TRASUP); Security Reaction Force-Advanced (SRF-A); Armed Sentry/Security Reaction Force-Basic (AS/SRF-B); Submarine ...

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How much do marksmanship instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for marksmanship instructor in the United States is $21.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a marksmanship instructor do?

A typical day for a Marksmanship Instructor often involves preparing range facilities, conducting safety briefings, delivering hands-on firearm training, and assessing the marksmanship skills of participants. Instructors spend time both on the range demonstrating techniques and in classroom settings teaching safety procedures and shooting fundamentals. They are also responsible for maintaining equipment, completing training records, and providing individualized feedback to help students improve. Collaboration with range staff and occasionally working with other instructors or agencies are common aspects of the role, making strong teamwork and communication skills important.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a marksmanship instructor?

Excelling as a Marksmanship Instructor requires expert knowledge of firearm safety, shooting techniques, and experience in instructional settings, often validated by military or law enforcement backgrounds and relevant certifications. Familiarity with range management tools, electronic target systems, and safety protocols is typically expected. Strong interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to a range of skill levels make instructors particularly effective. These skills are vital to ensure safe, effective marksmanship training that enhances students' abilities and overall safety on the range.

What is a marksmanship instructor?

A Marksmanship Instructor is responsible for training individuals in firearm safety, shooting techniques, and marksmanship fundamentals. They work with military personnel, law enforcement officers, or civilians to improve accuracy, handling skills, and overall proficiency with various firearms. Instructors ensure students understand safety protocols, range etiquette, and proper weapon maintenance. Their role may involve classroom instruction, live-fire training, and performance evaluations to enhance shooting skills.

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Infographic showing various Marksmanship Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 33% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,102 per year, or $21.2 per hour.

Ground Security Tactics Instructor Virginia Beach Virginia

BEI Tactical

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$42K - $57K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

BEI Tactical is a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned Small Business providing unique services and high-end products to the government and commercial industry. BEI Tactical’ s core values come from its quality work force. We seek proven professionals that add value to our customer’s challenges, and make BEI Tactical a TEAM where people WANT to work. Our philosophy is “Solutions through Relationships”, whether it’s a product or service, let us help you solve your challenges.
BEI Tactical requires the below position for a future anticipated award.  When awarded, we will support the MAREXSECGRU TEU with Ground-qualified HRTIs, proficient in Embarked Security, Aircraft Security, and Position Defense training, Virginia Beach Virginia. 
This effort encompasses contractor support to provide MAREXSECGRU TEU a support team of Subject Matter Experts experienced in specialized Maritime Expeditionary Security Force skills and operations in order to primarily execute HRT in the course of training and creating curriculum for MESF companies, platoons, patrol boat crews, and other special purpose maritime security teams in Coastal Maritime operations, HVU protection, combat shooting techniques, tactical vehicle and convoy operation, Expeditionary Designated Marksman EDM), Ground Operations, Small Unit Tactics, Embarked Security Team (EST), and Aircraft Security Teams (AST), and critical time-intensive administrative functions . 
This land-based module of instruction teaches individuals how to operate as a team in the operation and defense of Entry Control Points and establishment/defense of camp perimeters.  Training entails exercise of established preplanned responses and various roles and duties of a ground security element, and includes the firing of both small arms and crew-served weapons blanks . 
The following position is required for this effort:
Position:  Ground Security Tactics Instructor, Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Experience Requirements:
  • Must be a graduate of a certified Navy Instructor Training Course (NEC 9502, 9501, or 9518) or equivalent (Completion of a civilian (or commercial) formal course of instruction, which has been evaluated and certified as a JIT/NITC equivalence by the Center for Professional Development).  Consideration will be additionally granted for experience as a Crew-Served Weapons Instructor, Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor, and/or Expeditionary Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor, or similar military instructor qualification. One year of instructional experience in lieu of designation (as evidenced by DD214, course certificates, etc.
  • Must have USN Naval Coastal Warfare, Maritime Expeditionary Security, Riverine, Coast Riverine or Special Operations (USN SEAL, or Special Warfare Combat Crewman) experience.
  • Must be a graduate of Blackwater, Mid-South Shooting Institute, Gryphon or SFAUC, or MCAUC small arms weapons training.  Equivalent tactical small arms weapons training schools will be considered.
  • Prior military shall have Honorable Discharge from Active-Duty Military service, with favorable reenlistment code.
  • Qualified Navy or civilian industry standard equivalent Range Safety Officer for small arms and CSW static and dynamic live-fire ranges
Instructors MUST:
  • Must meet Navy High-Risk Training requirements as outlined in OPNAVINST 1500.75 series.
  • Must provide proof of recent (within three years) first aid certification or Tactical Combat Casualty Care.
  • Must possess valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) / Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification.
  • Must have Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must possess proof of recent, within the past 3 years of qualifications for the following weapons systems:
    • M9 Pistol or designated replacement
    • M4/M16 (or variants) Rifle
    • M500 Shotgun
  • Additionally, instructors must be able to qualify with the following weapons systems as required:
    • M14 Enhanced Battle Rifle
    • M240 Machine Gun
    • M2HB .50 cal Machine Gun
    • M203 Grenade Launcher
    • Mk38 Mod 2 25mm Machine Gun
    • MK50 Remote Weapon Station
    • Other weapon systems as assigned
  • Must have SECRET Clearance 
 Basic Instructor Responsibilities and Requirements:
  • Meet and maintain eligibility for high-risk training instructors, as delineated in CORIVFORINST 1500.1 series and supporting references.
  • Perform basic to advanced levels of classroom and practical field instruction in accordance with approved curricula, including nighttime exercises as required.
  • Maintain an instructor training binder with approved personalized course materials to be utilized during instruction.
  • Perform and observe the safe operations of, including, but not limited to, authorized weapons systems, small craft, tactical vehicles, assorted support equipment, and authorized technical training equipment, including laser systems and synthetic weapons trainers.
  • Perform course preparations to include, but not limited to, preparation of classroom, weapons loading, weapons mounting, target placement, computer set up, practical area set up, vehicle staging, etc.
  • Perform operator level weapons cleaning, maintenance and repairs of all authorized weapons systems and ranges.
  • Participate in material maintenance of existing curricula following Government authorized processes.
  • Obtain course qualifications in accordance with approved guidance.
  • Complete and maintain require Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) for each watch station that the instructor is training or evaluating personnel on.
  • Perform general facility cleanup to include but not limited to, trash removal, sweeping, swabbing, kitchen, appliances, lounge, bathroom, TOC areas, and ranges.
  • Additional courses designed to basic and advanced Maritime Expeditionary Security maritime and ground tactics may be added in the future as MESF missions and responsibilities mature 
BEI Tactical Offers:
  • Funding for Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Short Term Disability (at no cost to you) and LTD
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 Federal Holidays each year
BEI Tactical is an AA / EOE / M / F / Disability / VET / Drug Free Employer