Operational Language Analyst 4

BTS; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 230,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid health benefits

PTO

401K matching and vesting from day one

Job summary

A specialized software solutions provider located in Maryland is seeking an Operational Language Analyst. The successful candidate will support SIGINT Operations by processing voice and graphic language materials. Candidates must possess strong language skills in Mandarin and Pashto, and at least 15 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary range of $230,000 to $255,000 along with generous benefits, including full health coverage and a robust retirement package.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of full-time experience required.
• ILR skill level 3 in audio translation and text translation.
• 8 of the 15 years in crypto language processing including QC'ing and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Process voice and/or graphic language materials in support of SIGINT Operations.

Skills

Chinese-Mandarin

Pashto

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Operational Language Analyst 4 at BTS Software Solutions. Support operations in Hanover, Maryland. The Operational Language Analyst will perform tasks required to process voice and/or graphic language materials in support of SIGINT Operations.

Primary Location: Fort Meade, Maryland. Secondary Locations: Wahiawa, HI. Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with Poly.

Responsibilities

• Process voice and/or graphic language materials in support of SIGINT Operations.

Required Languages

• Chinese-Mandarin
• Pashto

Minimum Requirements

• At least 15 years of full-time experience.
• ILR skill level 3 in audio translation and text translation from the required language into idiomatic, standard American English or 3 in listening and reading on the DLPT.
• 15 years in crypto language processing, related language, and/or crypto experience.
• Related Language Experience: oral translations, non-crypto audio/graphic translations, doc exploitation, formal teaching.
• Crypto Experience: target development, network analysis, drafting intel reports, speaker/language identification.
• 8 of the 15 years in crypto language processing must include QC’ing and mentoring.
• 8 of the 15 years must be in the required language(s).
• If candidate has worked with multiple languages: 6 of the 8 years must be in performing crypto language processing; 5 of the 8 years in simply translating, transcribing, and gisting.
• 3 years of experience QC’ing BOTH Audio and Graphic at ILR level 3 in target language.
• No more than 7 of the 15 years in reporting as primary duty.
• 1 of the 8 years in the target language must be within 6 years of resume submission.

Education and Experience

Mid/Senior positions require a bachelor's degree or an additional four years of experience.

Compensation

Pay Range: $230,000 to $255,000 full salary range across locations. Pay ranges are guidelines and not a guarantee of compensation. Offers consider role responsibilities, candidate education, experience, and relevant competencies.

About BTS

BTS Software Solutions is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business focused on transforming ideas into technology to serve people. We value innovation and strive to apply technology to real-world needs, including solutions that save lives and improve outcomes. We offer a strong benefits package including 100% company-paid health benefits, PTO, 401K matching and vesting from day one.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis protected by law.