Farsi Linguist (2026-0245)

Acclaim Technical Services; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaim Technical Services (ATS), founded in 2000, is a premier provider of language and intelligence support to U.S. Federal agencies. ATS is an ESOP company, fostering ownership and shared success in the DC area.

We are actively hiring a Farsi Linguist in Reston, VA to support a government agency with translation, transcription, and interpretation services, and to perform research across Science and Technology topics.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree desired.
• Translation into English.
• Collection from published, online and broadcast media.
• Monitoring published, online and broadcast media while identifying relevant content.
• Selection.
• Summarizing/Gisting while drawing upon linguistic or cultural expertise.
• Translation Related Services.
• Writing reports.

Responsibilities

• The linguist will conduct specialized collection of Science and Technology publication articles and patent applications, including full source-language text, in response to government guidance
• The linguist will conduct supplementary research from foreign language sources on equipment and technologies identified
• The linguist will translate selected technical documents upon request
• Work will be performed during ordinary hours (e.g., 8-5) in an ordinary work week (Monday-Friday)

Skills

Quality Control

Writing Analysis

S&T SME

Education

Bachelor’s degree desired

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading language and intelligence services company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.

We are actively hiring a Farsi Linguist to join our team working in Reston, VA. You will be responsible for supporting a government agency and your office with translation, transcription, and/or interpretation services.

Responsibilities

• The linguist will conduct specialized collection of Science and Technology publication articles and patent applications, including full source-language text, in response to government guidance
• The linguist will conduct supplementary research from foreign language sources on equipment and technologies identified
• The linguist will translate selected technical documents upon request
• Work will be performed during ordinary hours (e.g., 8-5) in an ordinary work week (Monday-Friday)

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree desired
• Translation into English
• Collection from published, online and broadcast media
• Monitoring published, online and broadcast media while identifying relevant content
• Selection
• Summarizing/Gisting while drawing upon linguistic or cultural expertise
• Translation Related Services
• Writing reports

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Quality Control of language products
• Writing Analysis
• Subject Matter Expertise in Counterproliferation, Counterterrorism, Cyber, Military, Science and Technology and Social Media areas of focus

Acclaim Technical Services (ATS), founded in 2000, is a premier provider of tech-enabled solutions and operational services to a broad range of U.S. Federal agencies. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company—an uncommon advantage in our sector—we foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and shared success. This commitment to our people shows: ATS is consistently recognized as a top workplace in the DC area and continues to experience strong, strategic growth.

Salary Transparency

There are many factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employee owners value the flexibility at ATS that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad mix of exceptional benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At ATS, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more at Employee Resources

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.