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Imagery Analyst — Drone & Maritime

35–80/hr

Remote

contract

20 openings

Posted November 5, 2026

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Listing checked November 15, 2026 · pay as published by micro1

Key details

Pay: $35–80/hr
Location: RemoteUnited States
Job type: contract
Openings: 20
Posted: November 5, 2026

Overview

As a contract Imagery Analyst, you’ll review drone and maritime sensor images for a U.S. Navy project. You’ll correct machine-generated object boxes, add missing labels, and follow project guidance in a secure Navy environment with supplied tools. The work calls for sustained accuracy on repetitive tasks, and the project may expand to video-frame annotation. The role is remote within the U.S., with part-time or full-time scheduling. Applicants must be U.S. citizens with an active DoD Common Access Card (CAC); no AI experience is required.

What You'll Do7

Inspect machine-generated bounding boxes on still images and correct inaccurate placements.
Identify objects the model missed and add labels for them.
Apply labeling guidelines consistently across images.
Use the provided tools within a secure Navy environment.
Maintain steady image throughput; payment is per submitted image.
Flag unclear cases for the team rather than guessing.
Take on video-frame annotation as the project expands.

Requirements4

U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Common Access Card (CAC), as required by the federal contract.
Careful attention to detail and patience for repetitive, accuracy-critical work.
Ability to learn new labeling software.
Clear written and verbal communication.

Preferred Qualifications2

Experience with data labeling or bounding-box annotation.
Familiarity with aerial, maritime, satellite, or thermal imagery.

Who Should Apply

Candidates who meet the U.S. citizenship and active CAC requirements and can sustain accurate work across repetitive image reviews may be a fit. Labeling experience or familiarity with aerial or maritime imagery is helpful, but not required.

Salary Insight

The engagement details list $35–$80 per hour, while the job description lists $30–$60 per hour. The project description also says payment is per submitted image, so confirm the applicable rate and payment terms during hiring.

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