Candidate(s) often change into US/NATO uniforms, Appropriate OPFOR clothing, or civilian-based attire. NAR-T will provide all props, wardrobes, training vehicles, and any necessary gear to fulfill ...
Candidate(s) often change into US/NATO uniforms, Appropriate OPFOR clothing, or civilian-based attire. NAR-T will provide all props, wardrobes, training vehicles, and any necessary gear to fulfill ...
This position routinely uses blank firing rifles, force-on-force training munitions, paintball markers, and other OPFOR training aids. Instructors may be transported in company training vehicles ...
This position routinely uses blank firing rifles, force-on-force training munitions, paintball markers, and other OPFOR training aids. Instructors may be transported in company training vehicles ...
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$20.81 - $24.28
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The median wage is $26.77 / hr.
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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for opfor in Nevada is $31.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.99 and $38.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What does an Opfor do?
As Opfor, your primary responsibility is to simulate enemy tactics and behaviors during military training exercises, which may include conducting mock attacks, ambushes, and reconnaissance missions. You will work closely with training instructors and other Opfor team members to create realistic scenarios that challenge trainees. Daily duties often involve maintaining equipment, participating in debriefings, and ensuring all safety protocols are strictly followed. The role requires flexibility, as exercises may take place in varying environments and hours to best mirror real-world conditions, ultimately supporting effective and immersive training for military personnel.
What is an Opfor?
An Opfor (Opposing Force) job involves serving as a simulated enemy force during military or law enforcement training exercises. The role helps create realistic combat or tactical scenarios to improve the readiness of personnel. Opfor personnel may use tactics, equipment, and strategies mimicking potential adversaries. These roles exist in military units, private defense contractors, and law enforcement agencies.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Opfor?
To thrive as an Opfor (Opposing Forces role-player), you need a solid understanding of military tactics, strong situational awareness, and physical fitness, often supported by prior military experience or specialized training. Familiarity with simulation equipment, military communication systems, and safety protocols is typically required. Adaptability, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills, as the role involves rapidly changing scenarios and close collaboration with training units. These skills are vital to ensure realistic training environments, maintain safety standards, and maximize the effectiveness of military exercises.
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Job description
SUMMARY
Enhances the student(s) training value in high-fidelity scenario-based training, drills, and skills labs by providing a live moulage patient, opposing force (OPFOR), and scenario extras. Candidate(s) should have or can perform basic acting skills and portray specific injuries and roles with directions provided by a NAR Training, LLC (NAR-T) medical instructor or staff member. Candidate(s) will frequently work with a Moulage Artist to replicate specific injuries and illnesses supporting the training exercise. Candidate(s) often change into US/NATO uniforms, Appropriate OPFOR clothing, or civilian-based attire. NAR-T will provide all props, wardrobes, training vehicles, and any necessary gear to fulfill the training mission.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
This is not an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. Projects/duties may be added as needed to support the training mission.
- Applies acting skills to assigned role-player roles during scenario-based training in an operational environment.
- Prepares and maintains training gear needed for each scenario.
- Works closely with Special Effects Artist when moulage is required.
- Assists Ground Operations Assistant Manager with any necessary task
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as a patient and/or member of a US/NATO, Foreign National, OPFOR element or scenario extra based on the training scenario requirements.
- Act as a patient for clinical skills labs and testing at the NAR-T training facility. Role Player will be used for medical assessments, TCCC/PFC skills, NREMT Skills Testing, Paramedic Refreshers and any other applicable skills stations as required.
- Ability to memorize, present and act out specific signs and symptoms of your simulated injury/illness(s).
- Maintain organization and cleanliness in Role Player work area, clean the training facility and maintain all equipment used for a training event as needed. Including and not limited to: Vehicles, IED simulators, safety equipment, facilities, mobile command trailer, and any other equipment/areas as required.
- Any other duties assigned in support of the training mission
SUPPLEMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent acting experience preferred
Experience:
- Basic medical knowledge Military/Law Enforcement exposure is recommended but not necessary.
Competencies:
• Ability to effectively work as a team member
• Consistently applies excellent oral communication skills
• Ability to actively listen and display professionalism at all times
• Attention to quality and detail
• Ability to follow directions from direct supervisors and medical/tactical instructors
• Ability to fulfill multiple roles simultaneously
• Ability to adapt and overcome stressful situations
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships
• Ability to work outdoors with limited facilities and resources for extended periods
• Demonstrate basic weapon safety
• Consistently applies excellent oral communication skills
• Ability to actively listen and display professionalism at all times
• Attention to quality and detail
• Ability to follow directions from direct supervisors and medical/tactical instructors
• Ability to fulfill multiple roles simultaneously
• Ability to adapt and overcome stressful situations
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships
• Ability to work outdoors with limited facilities and resources for extended periods
• Demonstrate basic weapon safety
DEMANDS
Time and availability
- This is a Part-time (variable), on call position. Days and hours of work are based upon the needs of the current client and course schedule. Must be flexible with hours and willing to work nights and weekends on occasion travel
Although a majority of the training amp; education programs are conducted at or near the training center, worldwide travel in support of Mobile Training Teams is available for this position.
Travel
- Travel may be required based on client needs.
Physical
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. Some instruction duties may require the candidate(s) to be physically fit in order to conduct basic infantry skills to include running in all terrains, climbing over obstacles, and carrying 60lbs of military gear in inclement weather conditions. Must also be able to assist in lifting/moving simulated casualties in the field, up to 200 lbs. If unable to fulfill these tasks, you are NOT disqualified from this position and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Environment
- This job operates both in austere environments and in static climate-controlled facilities. This position routinely uses blank-firing rifles, force-on-force training munitions, paintball markers, and other OPFOR training aids. Instructors may be transported in company training vehicles, Civilian EMS Ambulances, military vehicles, and aircraft.
DISCLAIMER
AAP/EEO Statement
NAR Training, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
NAR Training, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.