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Intelligence Project Engineer

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

$48.25 - $62.50/hr

Minimum of three years' experience in Marine Corps intelligence infrastructure, architecture and systems requirements for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) platforms, All-Source ...

Intelligence Project Engineer

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

$48.25 - $62.50/hr

Minimum of three years' experience in Marine Corps intelligence infrastructure, architecture and systems requirements for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) platforms, All-Source ...

Network Engineer

Camp Pendleton, CA ยท On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

The Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity (MCTSSA) provides 24/7 global technical support ... Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems; and conducts engineering, testing and evaluation, and supports ...

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How much do reconnaissance marine jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for reconnaissance marine in the United States is $127,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,500.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a reconnaissance marine?

A Reconnaissance Marine is an elite member of the United States Marine Corps specializing in amphibious and ground reconnaissance. Their missions include gathering intelligence, conducting raids, and providing battlefield assessments to support Marine operations. They undergo rigorous training in parachuting, combat diving, and survival skills to operate in diverse environments. Recon Marines work in small teams and often operate behind enemy lines, requiring stealth, endurance, and adaptability. Their role is critical in shaping tactical decisions for commanders.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a reconnaissance marine?

A typical day for a Reconnaissance Marine may involve planning and executing surveillance or intelligence-gathering missions, maintaining specialized equipment, participating in physical training, and performing detailed map studies or briefing preparations. Recon Marines often operate in small, tight-knit teams and may spend extended periods in challenging environments conducting covert observations. Collaboration with other Marine units, joint forces, and sometimes allied foreign militaries is common to ensure coordinated operations. The role demands flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing mission objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a reconnaissance marine?

To thrive as a Reconnaissance Marine, candidates must possess advanced physical fitness, land navigation, marksmanship, and amphibious operations skills, typically achieved through rigorous Marine Corps training such as the Basic Reconnaissance Course. Familiarity with specialized communication equipment, surveillance gear, and GPS systems is essential, and completion of courses like SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) often adds value. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and mental resilience are crucial soft skills for operating effectively in high-pressure and uncertain environments. These abilities and attributes are critical for mission success, personal safety, and effective collaboration during complex military operations.

How do you become a reconnaissance marine?

To become a reconnaissance Marine, candidates must first enlist in the Marine Corps, complete basic training, and then attend the School of Infantry. Afterward, they must pass the Reconnaissance Training Course, which includes physical fitness, swimming, land navigation, and combat skills, to qualify for reconnaissance units.
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Infographic showing various Reconnaissance Marine job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, and 57% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $127,500 per year, or $61.3 per hour.

Advanced Reconnaissance Contractor (OPE- Survey)

Innovative Reasoning LLC

Holly Ridge, NC โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Innovative Reasoning, LLC is recruiting for a Subject Matter Expert in Advanced Reconnaissance.

Responsibilities/Duties:

  • Assist the lead military instructor with planning, coordination, and development of course material and exercise design.
  • Liaison with MEF Information Group (MIG) personnel to unify efforts associated with MEF level objectives.
  • Ensure the course is nested and aligned with MEF level objectives.
  • Conduct briefings as required to key leaders, to ensure course focus is consistent with current demand.
  • Assist in planning, coordination, and execution of scenario-based training objectives within MEU PTP.
  • Serve as instructor/evaluator during pre-deployment certification exercises and at-sea periods.
  • Deliver lectures and hands-on training for military students in the classroom and field.
  • Provide instruction across the following courses and training:
    • Close Quarters Tactics Course (CQTC),
    • Close Quarters Tactics Enabler (CQT-E),
    • Advanced Reconnaissance Course (ARC),
    • Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure Course (VBSS),
    • EOTG Sniper Course (Urban, Aerial, Maritime),
    • Recon Interoperability Course
  • Develop and provide instruction and training in support of operations, focused on:
    • Physical Surveillance, Force Protection (physical / Digital),
    • Encrypted Communication Techniques,
    • Operational Security,
    • Titles and Authorities,
    • Embassy Roles & Responsibilities,
    • Threat Assessment,
    • International Travel/customs,
    • Ubiquitous Technical Surveillance,
    • and RSO&I.
    • concealed, low visibility marksmanship techniques.
  • Provide SME and support for the following MEU exercises:
    • MEU Exercise 1 / Realistic Urban Training,
    • MEU Exercise 2 / Amphibious MEU Interoperability Training (PMINT),
    • MEU Exercise 3,
    • Amphibious Ready Group / MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX),
    • Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX)

Supplemental Duties:

  • Develop training environment that supports enabler integration and provides advanced training opportunities for Multi-Discipline Intelligence personnel.
  • Assist in planning, coordination, and execution of training courses and generating After Action Reports (AARs).ย 
  • meet requirements as EOTG high risk training instructor.
  • Able to serve in a Range Safety Officer (RSO) position and obtain all requisite RSO certification credentials.
  • From time to time serve as a Range Safety Officer conduct of live fire training or exercises.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • None

Education/Qualifications and Certifications:

  • Possesses completion certifications in:
    • Physical Security (I.E., PSP, PSC, or equivalent).
  • Certified and trained by a U.S. Department of Defense school in:
    • force protection routes,
    • physical surveillance,
    • sensor emplacement and employment
    • and counter surveillance techniques.ย ย ย ย 
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of common commercial computer applications (Outlook, Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, etc.) and peripheral equipment to produce a variety of documents, charts, graphs and briefing materials and devices/equipment (tablets, smartphones, etc.) to present and execute training.

Experience:

  • Honorably discharged (DD-214 with the characterization of service and MOS, verification required), prior Staff Non-Commissioned (SNCO) or above in the U.S. Armed Forces.
  • No more than (5) years removed from active duty or contract assignment teaching or applying advanced reconnaissance and surveillance techniques in permissive, semi-permissive, and non-permissive environments.
  • Two (2) Operational deployments minimum.
  • Must have served within an Advanced Force Operations Troop, or relevant equivalent.
  • Minimum of (16) years of Special Operations Forces (SOF) experience or equivalent.
  • Six (6) years of experience conducting reconnaissance and surveillance operations in permissive and semi-permissive environments.
  • Have Six (6) years or experience conducting operations in permissive and semi-permissive environments requiring coordination with the US embassy and host nation.
  • Have Three (3) years or more in tactical level operations conducting analysis and planning.
  • Experience as a tactical operator in one of the following:
    • Former USMC Reconnaissance or MARSOC (0321/ 0326 or 0372); or Army Special Forces (18 series).
  • Management / Battalion level experience with enabler integration and Operations/Intelligence fusion.
  • Three (3) yearsโ€™ experience as an instructor at a USMC formal school, SOTG/EOTG, or a Joint Service, Interagency, or Civilian equivalent.
  • Expert Knowledge of how to operate military weapons to include standard small arms (E.G., M16, M4, HK416, M18).

Location: Position is at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, Stone Bay, NC.

Work Environment:

  • The contractor will work in a mixed civilian/military environment providing amphibious raid training to deploying units.
  • Work conditions can vary from a busy office environment to fieldwork, both subject to frequent interruptions. Additional specific details related to working conditions may be outlined in the Performance Work Statement or Client Contract.
  • May occasionally be required to work non-routine office hours, travel to other locations, or work extended hours in support of training events or exercise.

Physical Demands:

  • Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday. Requires constant use of hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. Additional specific details related to physical requirements may be outlined in the Performance Work Statement or Client Contract.
  • Be physically capable of performing all tasks specified in the Performance Work Statement or perspective area of expertise or prescribed in the EOTG Period of Instruction.

Work Schedule: Full time.

License and Other Requirements:

  • Hold a valid US Driverโ€™s License, with ability to operate private, commercial and Government owned motor vehicles (POV/GOV).
  • Possess a current Basic First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
  • Must be able to obtain a contractor's common access card, which will stand as identification for instructors and will enable them to access government owned computer equipment and Non-secure Internet Protocol (NIPR).

Salary and Benefits: As stated during the interview/hiring process.

Security Clearance: Currently possess an active U.S. Top Secret / SCI level security clearance and can obtain a Secure Internet Protocol (SIPR) access token with access to government SIPR computers terminals.

Travel: Approx. 6 weeks per year off base training in CONUS and OCONUS locations; conduct periodic off base site surveys; attend various sustainment training when available.