Russian Linguist

Leidos Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 92,300 - 166,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

Leidos Inc in Reston, Virginia, seeks a skilled Russian Linguist dedicated to providing linguistic support across translation, transcription, interpretation, and gisting.

This role requires professional level language expertise and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. Candidates will perform precise translations and interpretations, ensuring context and cultural nuances are captured accurately.

The salary range is $92,300.00 – $166,850.00, with competitive benefits including health and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or 6-10 years with a Master's degree.
• Must pass a language proficiency test at Senior level or higher.
• 3+ years of professional experience in translation, transcription, or interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Accurately translate materials from Russian/Ukrainian to English and vice versa.
• Provide consecutive interpretation with high fidelity.
• Transcribe audio or internet-based content accurately.

Skills

Translation

Interpretation

Transcription

Cultural Insight

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Description

Russian Linguist

Make a Global Impact – Join the Mission at Leidos

Are you ready to apply your linguistic expertise to meaningful work that directly supports national security? At Leidos, we bring together innovative minds, cutting‑edge technology, and a commitment to excellence to solve the world’s toughest challenges. Join a team where your contributions truly matter, and where you’ll have the resources and support to thrive professionally and personally. Leidos will sponsor and upgrade security clearances for eligible candidates.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Russian Linguist to join our mission‑driven team. This position requires a language professional capable of performing a wide range of complex linguistic tasks with precision and cultural insight.

What You’ll Do

You will provide professional‑level linguistic support across translation, interpretation, transcription, and gisting including but not limited to:

Translation

• Accurately translate materials (both digital and hard copy) from Russian/Ukrainian into English and vice versa.
• Capture subtle nuances, cultural references, and abstract concepts with contextual accuracy.
• Capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural references effectively.
• Use terminology and expression consistent with subject‑matter norms in the target language.

Interpretation

• Provide consecutive interpretation; simultaneous interpretation may occasionally be required.
• Maintain high fidelity and fluency, demonstrating understanding of regional dialects and cultural context.

Transcription

• Listen to audio or review internet‑based content and transcribe accurately and efficiently.
• Produce high‑quality English‑language reports based on audio/visual materials.
• Demonstrate nuanced understanding of dialectical variations.

Gisting and Summarization

• Identify and summarize key facts and abstract concepts accurately.
• Prioritize and extract critical information from large datasets.
• Use reference materials effectively to support quality output.

What You Bring

• No clearance required to apply.
• Able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph (must be fully adjudicated before work begins). Leidos will sponsor candidates after passing all the required language tests.
• Bachelor’s degree with 8‑12 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with 6‑10 years of related experience. (Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)
• Translation and/or interpretation degree is highly desired.
• 3+ years of professional and recent translation, transcription, and/or interpretation experience.
• Must successfully complete a Leidos‑administered language proficiency test or equivalent at Senior level or higher.
• Must be willing to TDY to any location.
• HLT experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and target languages.
• Travel 0‑50%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting contingency operations as a deployed linguist.
• Familiarity with the U.S. Intelligence Community, military operations, or law enforcement environments.
• Ability to effectively brief and communicate findings to various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in multiple languages is a strong asset.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $92,300.00 – $166,850.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.