Persian-Farsi Linguist

Amentum; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 71,235 - 87,065; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking linguists with excellent English skills to support our intelligence community customers. The role focuses on Persian Farsi language services, cultural understanding, and contributing to senior leadership strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities include interpreting during interviews, transcribing communications, researching foreign language documents, and providing translations for Farsi. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain necessary clearances.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess excellent command of Persian Farsi and English; ILR level 3 in target language and level 3 or 2 in English based on examinations.
• Must hold an active U.S. passport and be eligible for security clearance.
• Willing to work shifts for 24x7 operations.
• Familiarity with local culture and customs.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational contract linguist support for military operations and interpret during interviews, meetings, and conferences.
• Transcribe and analyze verbal communications.
• Scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents for key information.
• Provide translation and interpretation services for Farsi.

Skills

Persian Farsi

English

ILR level 3

Job description

Amentum is seeking linguists with excellent English skills to grow our talented and diverse team towards our mission’s success. We are looking for dedicated linguist professionals in a variety of languages/dialects to support our intelligence community customer . Linguists will support U.S. military operations primarily in an assigned area of responsibility. Linguists will contribute an assortment of language services and will be responsible for providing cultural perspective and understanding of the region's historical, political, sociological, and economic trends to select members of the senior leadership staff.

Principal Responsibilities of the Position:

• Provide operational contract linguist support for military operations and interpret during interviews, meeting, and conferences.
• Transcribe and analyze verbal communications.
• Scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents for key information.
• Supply a variety of translation and interpretation services for Farsi.

Job Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess excellent command of Persian Farsi (target languages) & English verbal skills; Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) proficiency level 3 in target language and proficiency level 3 or 2 in English based on oral and written language skills examination.
• Must hold a current U.S. passport. (Or apply as soon as accepted into the program).
• Must possess an active clearance for access to classified information.
• Must be willing to work shifts and extended hours in support of 24 x 7 operations.
• Must have familiarity with and ability to conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.
• Must undergo medical examination and be able to meet all MOD15 requirements put into place by the military.

Compensation Details:

79,150

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

03/11/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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