Chinese Language Analyst (Space SME)

Vets2industry; Vienna (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a motivated Chinese Linguist-Analyst to provide language-enabled research and analysis on complex issues related to China. This role involves conducting extensive open-source research, writing analytic reports, and collaborating with a team of experts. The ideal candidate will possess advanced Chinese language skills, a strong background in research and analysis, and the ability to communicate effectively in English. Join a dynamic team that supports government and private-sector clients, and make a significant impact through your insights and expertise. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for both in-person and remote work within the DC-area, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to contribute to meaningful projects.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Free parking garage

Hybrid work schedule

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Expertise in space and aerospace systems research and analysis.
• Advanced Chinese language skills (ILR 2+ level).
• Bachelor's degree in relevant area required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Chinese-language research and analysis using various sources.
• Write analytic reports and engage with senior clients.
• Collaborate with software developers for document processing.

Skills

Chinese language skills

Research and analysis

MS Office proficiency

Programming skills (Python, Java, etc.)

Teamwork

English communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree or PhD in relevant field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Analyst Notebook

Palantir

Job description

Exovera’s Center for Intelligence Research and Analysis (CIRA) is seeking a motivated Chinese Linguist-Analyst to provide language-enabled research, analytic services and forward-thinking insight on complex issues related to China.

CIRA provides research, analysis, and operational capabilities to government, defense, and private-sector clients. Our team consists of Chinese-, Russian-, and Iran-focused linguist-analysts who work closely with a cadre of software engineers to produce cutting-edge insights, data exploitation, and tool development.

Responsibilities

• Work individually and as part of a team to conduct Chinese-language, open-source research and analysis using online sources, academic publications, gray literature, and in-house proprietary databases;
• Identify and collect data for analysis and to create finished reports;
• Write finished analytic reports for and engage with senior clients ranging from short briefs to monograph-length studies;
• Establish subject matter expertise in areas of analytic responsibility, including identifying key items for research and analysis and potential new data sources;
• Work with in-house software developers to identify and assist collection and processing of Chinese language documents and structured data.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in research and analysis of space and aerospace systems, with a focus on existing and emerging technology, development strategy, doctrine, institutions, and enterprises.
• Advanced Chinese language skills equivalent to or above ILR 2+ level for reading and listening;
• Active in-scope Top Secret clearance;
• Superior verbal and written English communication skills;
• Strong demonstrated ability to work individually or as part of a team;
• Bachelor's degree in area studies, intelligence studies, political science, security studies, international relations, data science, computer science, or related field;
• Proficiency in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• Active in-scope TS/SCI clearance, active polygraph is a plus;
• Master's degree or PhD in relevant field;
• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant professional work experience;
• Experience in Open-Source intelligence analysis with the U.S. government or as a U.S. government contractor;
• Experience translating and summarizing general and technical material;
• Experience building, processing, and analyzing large datasets;
• Programming skills, such as experience in Python, Java, C, Go, Ruby, Swift, MongoDB, ArangoDB, PostgresSQL, Analyst Notebook, Palantir, or other programming languages and databases.

Working Conditions

• Travel: Dunn Loring Station (orange line); free parking garage available on-site;
• Hybrid work schedule: in-person and remote within the DC-area;
• Flexible hours, non-shift work.

SOSi is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. SOSi takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance diversity and inclusion of qualified individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.