Arabic/French Linguist (TS/SCI) - Travel-Ready Translator

acclaimtechnicalservices; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaim Technical Services is actively seeking an Arabic/French Linguist with TS/SCI clearance to join our Travel Team. You will translate documents into English and provide consecutive interpretation for US government missions worldwide.

The role requires fluency in Arabic and French, ILR Level 3 proficiency, strong English skills, and a willingness to travel 40% of the year to locations worldwide, including warzones.

Qualifications

• Fluency in French and Arabic.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• BA/BS degree strongly desired.
• ILR Level 3 proficiency in translation, speaking, and listening.
• Excellent English skills.
• Willingness to travel 40% of the year worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Broader variety of language-related tasks, to include triage, gisting, and transcription of audio/video materials.
• Utilize knowledge of the cultural milieu in the Arab world in order to properly render abstract language and idioms.
• Previous work experience with the USG and/or military as a linguist is helpful, but is not a requirement.
• Applicants must have a willingness to travel worldwide, to include warzones and austere locations, in support to the US Government at any time.

Skills

Arabic

French

TS/SCI clearance

ILR Level 3

Excellent English skills

Willingness to travel 40%

Education

BA/BS Degree strongly desired

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services is actively seeking an Arabic/French Linguist with TS/SCI clearance to join our Travel Team. You will translate documents into English and provide consecutive interpretation for US government missions worldwide.

The role requires fluency in Arabic and French, ILR Level 3 proficiency, strong English skills, and a willingness to travel 40% of the year to locations worldwide, including warzones.