Russian Linguist

Via Logic LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Reston is seeking a skilled Russian Linguist to provide professional linguistic support across translation, interpretation, and transcription. The ideal candidate will translate between Russian/Ukrainian and English with precision and has 3+ years of experience in linguistic tasks. The position offers sponsorship for security clearance and seeks individuals ready to contribute to global security efforts. Join us to shape a safer world through your linguistic expertise.

Qualifications

• Professional linguist capable of performing diverse linguistic tasks.
• 3+ years of recent translation, transcription, and interpretation experience.
• Must pass a Leidos-administered language proficiency test at Senior level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Provide translation, interpretation, transcription, and gisting.
• Ensure accurate and contextually correct translations between Russian/Ukrainian and English.
• Deliver consecutive and occasional simultaneous interpretation.

Skills

Translation and/or interpretation

Strong written and verbal communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Online research

Proficiency in multiple languages

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Russian Linguist

Leidos is 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.

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What You’ll Do

• Provide professional-level linguistic support across translation, interpretation, transcription, and gisting.
• Accurately translate materials from Russian/Ukrainian into English and vice versa, capturing subtle nuances and contextual accuracy.
• Deliver consecutive interpretation and occasional simultaneous interpretation, maintaining high fidelity and fluency.
• Transcribe audio and visual content accurately and efficiently, producing high-quality English-language reports.
• Identify and summarize key facts and abstract concepts, prioritizing critical information from large datasets.

What You Bring

• No clearance required to apply.
• Able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, fully adjudicated before work begins; Leidos will sponsor candidates after passing 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 may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Translation and/or interpretation degree highly desired.
• 3+ years of professional and recent translation, transcription, and/or interpretation experience.
• Must successfully complete a Leidos-administered language proficiency test at Senior level or higher.
• 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.

Why Leidos?

As part of the National Security Sector, you’ll contribute to a safer world by enabling critical intelligence efforts with AI, machine learning, and digital modernization. Our linguists play an integral role in shaping global security.

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you’re a passionate linguist ready to support impactful work on a global scale, apply today. Your greatest work is ahead.

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.