Russian Linguist Editor/QC (2026-0191)

Acclaim Technical Services; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaim Technical Services in Reston, VA is seeking a Russian Linguist to support a U.S. government agency with Editing, Quality Control, Translation, Transcription and Interpretation services.

Required: active TS/SCI with polygraph, a Bachelor's degree (Master's/PhD preferred), and ILR 4-5 in Russian; at least three years as translator or interpreter. This position provides mission-critical support in a fast-paced environment. ATS offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree desired; PhD desired.
• Three years minimum as a translator or interpreter.
• Editing of written products.
• Quality control.
• Summarizing/gisting with linguistic or cultural expertise.
• Translation into English and source language(s).
• Interpretation between English and source language(s).
• Must pass ILR Level 4-5 in Russian.

Responsibilities

• Editing of documents.
• Quality control of translations and transcripts.
• Translation of materials between English and Russian.
• Transcription of audio and video content.
• Interpretation in meetings and briefings.
• Support for a government agency and its office.

Skills

Editing

Quality control

Translation

Interpretation

ILR 4-5 Russian

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree desired

PhD desired

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading language and intelligence services company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.

We are actively hiring a Russian Linguist to join our team working in Reston, VA. You will be responsible for supporting a government agency and your office with Editing, Quality Control, Translation, Transcription, and Interpretation services.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree desired. PhD degree desired.
• Three years minimum of work as a professional translator or interpreter
• Editing of written products
• Quality Control
• Summarizing/Gisting while drawing upon linguistic or cultural expertise.
• Translation into English and source language(s)
• Translation Related Services
• Interpretation between English and source language(s)
• Must pass customer testing ILR Level 4-5 in Russian

The hourly pay rate for this position will range from $65.58 - $105.65.

SALARY TRANSPARANCY

There are many factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employee owners value the flexibility at ATS that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad mix of exceptional benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At ATS, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more at Employee Resources

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.