Kurdish/Arabic Translator for National Security

Leidos; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 73,450 - 132,775; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and wellness programs

Paid leave and retirement benefits

Job summary

Leidos is looking for a skilled Kurdish linguist with Arabic language skills to support national security missions. This position involves translation, interpretation, and transcription across diverse materials, ensuring accuracy and contextual understanding.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience and pass language proficiency tests. An active TS/SCI clearance is preferred. The role also requires traveling and working around the clock when needed.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of relevant experience for Bachelor's or 2-6 years for Master's.
• Translation and/or interpretation degree is a plus.
• Must complete a Leidos-administered language proficiency test.

Responsibilities

• Translate materials accurately from Kurdish and Arabic to English.
• Provide consecutive interpretation with high fidelity.
• Transcribe audio content and produce English-language reports.
• Summarize key facts accurately from large datasets.

Skills

Translation and interpretation expertise

Cultural understanding and contextual accuracy

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Language proficiency testing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Leidos is looking for a skilled Kurdish linguist with Arabic language skills to support national security missions. This position involves translation, interpretation, and transcription across diverse materials, ensuring accuracy and contextual understanding.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience and pass language proficiency tests. An active TS/SCI clearance is preferred. The role also requires traveling and working around the clock when needed.