Mandarin Linguist & Instructor – Remote | TS/SCI

Via Logic LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is actively seeking a Chinese Mandarin Linguist/Instructor to deliver global and cryptologic language training to military personnel. The role supports in-person classes across the United States and requires a TS/SCI clearance with travel about 40%.

The assignment is projected to continue through September 2027 and includes collaboration with the Language Program Manager to develop training materials and adapt instruction to student needs across time zones.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current TS/SCI security clearance.
• ILRT level 3+ in Chinese Mandarin and an advanced working proficiency in English (ILRT 2+).
• Bachelor's Degree in Chinese Mandarin or related field preferred; may consider equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide global language, cryptologic, language, and cultural training to military forces and civilian personnel.
• Develop and integrate new training materials, curriculum, and courseware for US Government approval.
• Adapt instructional methods to meet student proficiency goals and time constraints.
• Advise Language Manager and military representatives on assessment and training needs.
• Track student progression and report training effectiveness.

Skills

Security clearance TS/SCI

ILRT level 3+ in Chinese Mandarin

Advanced English proficiency (ILRT 2+)

Education

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

Job description

Leidos is actively seeking a Chinese Mandarin Linguist/Instructor to deliver global and cryptologic language training to military personnel. The role supports in-person classes across the United States and requires a TS/SCI clearance with travel about 40%.

The assignment is projected to continue through September 2027 and includes collaboration with the Language Program Manager to develop training materials and adapt instruction to student needs across time zones.