Chinese Linguist (TS/SCI) — Translation & Interpretation

Leidos; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking qualified linguists to join a Talent Pipeline for potential future opportunities requiring TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. Candidates will be assessed for language proficiency and interpretation ability, with security prerequisites in place.

This pipeline does not guarantee immediate openings but aims to engage qualified professionals for anticipated needs across translation, interpretation, transcription, and gisting tasks.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with polygraph is required.
• Bachelor's degree with 8–12 years of relevant experience, or Master's with 6–10 years. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Degree in Translation, Interpretation, Linguistics, or related Language Studies strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of recent professional experience in translation, interpretation, transcription, or a combination of these disciplines.
• Professional interpretation skills are required.
• Ability to perform both written and spoken language tasks at a professional level.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and the target language(s).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic online research tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional-level linguistic support across translation, interpretation, transcription, and gisting activities.
• Translate written materials from the target language into English and from English into the target language.
• Provide consecutive interpretation between English and the target language and simultaneous interpretation when required.
• Accurately transcribe audio, video, and internet-based content and produce English-language reports.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Bachelor's degree

3+ years experience

Professional interpretation

English/target language proficiency

Education

Degree in Translation/Interpretation/Linguistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online research tools

Job description

Leidos is seeking qualified linguists to join a Talent Pipeline for potential future opportunities requiring TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. Candidates will be assessed for language proficiency and interpretation ability, with security prerequisites in place.

This pipeline does not guarantee immediate openings but aims to engage qualified professionals for anticipated needs across translation, interpretation, transcription, and gisting tasks.