Remote Linguist for Government Language Support

Yorktown Systems Group; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorktown Systems Group in Huntsville, AL is seeking qualified linguists for various foreign language and linguistic support services. These roles include interpretation, translation, transcription, and delivering language instruction. Applicants must have at least a working proficiency in English and meet other language proficiency standards. The position allows for crucial involvement in government contracts with a focus on effective communication and understanding in diverse contexts. Full-time engagement with potential travel is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Shall have the ability to live and work in challenging environments.
• Shall be willing to work under high pressure and stress.
• Know specialized vocabulary related to Government missions.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation and translation services.
• Deliver foreign language instruction.
• Review and edit linguistic documents.

Skills

Working proficiency in English (ILR level 2+)

Experience providing foreign language instruction

Ability to conduct consecutive translation and interpretation

Ability to function in high pressure

Fluency in English and foreign languages

Job description

Yorktown Systems Group in Huntsville, AL is seeking qualified linguists for various foreign language and linguistic support services. These roles include interpretation, translation, transcription, and delivering language instruction. Applicants must have at least a working proficiency in English and meet other language proficiency standards. The position allows for crucial involvement in government contracts with a focus on effective communication and understanding in diverse contexts. Full-time engagement with potential travel is anticipated.