Foreign Language Instructor

AECOM; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-focused team at AECOM as a Language Instructor supporting national security priorities. You will deliver language training in various languages, develop instructional materials, and assess language proficiency while playing a key role in shaping linguistically prepared professionals. This position is not just teaching—it's an opportunity to make an impactful contribution.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Mission-focused team environment

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience or 2-10 years with Masters.
• 2 years of direct teaching experience.
• Degree from the U.S. or native language country.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 3-5 hours of daily language instruction.
• Conduct language proficiency assessments.
• Develop customized class materials.

Skills

Foreign language instruction

Adult learning methodologies

Cultural fluency

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, foreign language, or linguistics

Master’s degree with relevant experience

Job description

**Description**

**Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?**

Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. **Leidos will sponsor and upgrade security clearances for eligible candidates.**

**Take Your Expertise to the Next Level – Join Leidos as a Language Instructor**

**_Required languages:_** **_Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Turkish, Spanish, French and other languages._**

Are you a seasoned Language Instructor ready to elevate your career and make a meaningful impact? The **Leidos National Security Sector** is actively seeking a **highly skilled and motivated Instructor** to support a critical national security mission. This is not just another teaching job—it’s an opportunity to apply your expertise in language, culture, and pedagogy in a dynamic and mission-driven environment.

We're looking for a passionate professional with a strong foundation in foreign language instruction, advanced knowledge of adult learning methodologies, and a commitment to excellence. You will play a key role in delivering language training, conducting proficiency testing, and shaping the next generation of linguistically prepared professionals.

**Why Join Leidos?**

+ Be part of a **mission-focused team** serving national security priorities.

+ Leverage your **linguistic and cultural fluency** to shape high-impact training.

+ Grow your career in a supportive environment with **opportunities for advancement** and professional development.

**Responsibilities Include:**

As a Language Instructor, you will:

+ Deliver **3–5 hours of daily instruction** in courses ranging from **ILR levels 0–3** .

+ Complete training and become a **certified language tester** , with expectations to conduct **3–4 language proficiency assessments weekly** .

+ The position is responsible for **instructing students in speaking a foreign language** and **understanding the culture** of the area or country to teach culture through communication.

+ Instructors must be able to **develop class materials and training aids** to meet customized student needs.

+ The contract linguist instructor(s) shall have **strong foreign language skills** and will work under the direction of experienced senior trained instructors.

+ It is also important that candidates are **familiar with current events in the countries** where the foreign languages are spoken.

+ Once on the program, contract linguist instructors are required to **receive specific sponsor training** focusing on foreign language teaching and foreign language testing in order to become certified according to Sponsor standards.

**Required Qualifications:**

+ **Bachelor’s degree** in education, foreign language, or linguistics with **8– 12 years of prior relevant experience** or **Master’s degree** with **2 – 10 years** of prior relevant experience. Additional years of experience may be **substituted in lieu of a degree** .

+ **Minimum of 2 years** of direct teaching experience.

+ Degree must be obtained either in the U.S. or in a country where the target language is natively spoken.

+ Proficient in **MS Office and basic internet research** .

+ Excellent communication and presentation skills in both English and the foreign language.

**Language Proficiency Requirements**

+ Must pass a **LEIDOS/ accepted commercial testing vendors-administered translation test** (3 hours) with a score of **4 or higher** .

+ Must achieve a minimum of **4/4/4** in speaking, listening, and reading on standard ILR scale.

**Security Clearance Requirement**

+ **No clearance required to apply** .

+ **Able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph** (must be fully adjudicated before work begins). Leidos will **sponsor candidates** after passing all the required language tests.

+ Clearance must be **fully adjudicated** before starting. Linguists can only begin work on contract with a fully adjudicated security clearance.

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Experience within the **U.S. Intelligence Community, military, or law enforcement** .

+ Ability to communicate fluently and professionally in **multiple languages** is highly desirable.

+ Prior exposure to **cryptologic or national security environments** a plus.

+ Linguists who are proficient in **multiple languages** are strongly desired.

**Ready to Make an Impact?**

This is more than a job—it's a mission. If you're driven, qualified, and passionate about language education and national service, we want to hear from you. Submit your resume today and **embark on a rewarding career** that truly matters.

**At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We’re excited to learn more about you, apply today!**

**Original Posting:**

June 6, 2025

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 $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

REQNUMBER: R-00160599

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.