Chinese Mandarin Linguist/Instructor

Leidos LLC; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave and Retirement

Job summary

Leidos LLC is seeking a Chinese Mandarin Linguist/Instructor, potentially based at Fort Bragg, NC, Cannon AFB, NM, or Hurlburt Field, FL. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance and expertise in global and cryptologic language training for military personnel.

The ideal candidate will develop training materials, adapt to varied learning styles, and coordinate with the Language Program Manager to ensure program success. Assignment projected through Sept 2027 with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current TS/SCI security clearance.
• ILRT level 3 or higher in Chinese Mandarin and advanced English proficiency (ILRT 2+).
• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of military or intelligence experience.
• 1–3 years of language-related experience.
• 1+ years producing translation and language-related services.
• Willingness to travel ~20–25% for 1–3 in-person classes annually.

Responsibilities

• Provide global language, cryptologic, language, and cultural training to military and civilian personnel.
• Develop and integrate new language training materials and courseware for US Government approval.
• Adapt instructional methods to meet proficiency goals and learning styles.
• Advise Language Manager on assessment, placement, and training needs.
• Track student progress and report effectiveness of training.

Skills

Chinese Mandarin proficiency

TS/SCI clearance

Military/INT experience

Language instruction experience

Travel readiness

DLPT/ILRT proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chinese Mandarin language/Applied Linguistics/language teaching

Job description

Step into a mission where what you do truly matters! At Leidos, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Powered by a team as diverse as it is talented, we're driven by a shared passion for delivering bold solutions that fuel our customers' success. We believe in empowering our people, giving back to our communities, and leading with sustainability. Every action we take is grounded in integrity and a steadfast commitment to doing what's right-for our customers, our teams, and the world around us. Our Mission, Vision, and Values aren't just words- they're the compass guiding our journey toward a brighter future. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Chinese Mandarin Linguist/Instructor. This role can be based at Fort Bragg, NC; Cannon AFB, NM; or Hurlburt Field, FL. Candidates must currently possess a TS/SCI security clearance in order to be considered. The selected individual will provide translation services in a variety of forms, primarily global and cryptologic language training to military personnel. Works with unit Language Program Manager to develop/integrate language training materials, technologies, and methods in existing training programs. Note-Assignment is projected to go until September 2027.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide global language, cryptologic, language, and cultural training to military forces and civilian personnel via traditional classroom instruction, written materials, technology-based instruction, and distributed learning services.
• Help to develop and integrate new global and cryptologic training materials, curriculum, and courseware for approval of US Government.
• Adapt instructional methods to meet student language proficiency goals, learning styles, and time constraints.
• Advise Language Manager and military representatives on assessment, placement, and training needs of students.
• Track student progression and reports effectiveness of training to Language Manager and military.

Required Qualifications

• Must possesses a current TS/SCI security clearance
• Interagency Language Round Table {ILRT) level 3 or higher in Chinese Mandarin and an advanced working proficiency in English {ILRT level 2+, based on DLPT 4)
• Bachelor's Degree in Chinese Mandarin language/Applied Linguistics/language teaching preferred. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree or combination with an Associate’s degree)
• 2-4 years of military or intelligence experience
• 1-3 years of language related experience.
• 1 or more years' experience in producing translation and language-related services.
• 1 or more years' experience providing language or relation instruction.
• Military cryptologic language instructor experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Chinese Mandarin to include speaking, grammar, phonology, linguistic functions, etc.
• Familiarity with various phases of intelligence cycle such as collection, processing, exploitation and dissemination and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance activities.
• Must be willing and able to travel approximately 20-25% to support 1-3 classes per year, with each in-person class lasting 4-6 weeks.
• Must be flexible with work hours to accommodate the online training schedule due to different time zones for the units.
• NOTE: For the Proficiency requirements, specifically for English, an American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) score of Advanced High is the equivalent to an English Comprehension Level test that's administered by the DLI English Language Center.

Original Posting: September 14, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $52,000.00 - $94,000.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision.

That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers.

• competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave and Retirement

More details are available here.

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.