Foreign Language Professionals Talent Pipeline

This posting is a pipeline requisition intended to identify and engage qualified language professionals for potential future opportunities. While there may not be an immediate opening at the time of application candidates selected for the pipeline may be considered for upcoming positions as customer requirements and mission needs arise. Submission of an application does not guarantee employment or placement.

This program will sponsor and upgrade security clearance to a TS/SCI with a Full Scope Polygraph after you pass the required language tests. Linguist cannot begin work on contract without a fully adjudicated security clearance.

Leidos is seeking highly skilled Linguists Translators and Interpreters across multiple languages to support current and future mission requirements.

Languages of interest may include but are not limited to:

• Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese)

• Korean

• Vietnamese

• Additional languages may also be considered based on evolving mission needs.

Selected candidates may provide professional-level linguistic support across translation interpretation transcription and gisting activities.

Translation

• Translate written materials from the target language into English and from English into the target language.

• Accurately convey meaning intent tone and cultural nuances.

• Effectively capture geopolitical regional ethnic and cultural references.

• Apply appropriate terminology and language usage based on the subject matter and target audience.

• Produce clear accurate and polished translations while maintaining fidelity to the source content.

Interpretation

• Provide consecutive interpretation between English and the target language.

• Provide simultaneous interpretation when required by mission needs.

• Accurately convey information in real time while preserving meaning tone and intent.

• Navigate regional dialects colloquialisms and culturally specific content with precision.

• Support meetings interviews briefings and operational activities requiring interpretation services.

Transcription

• Accurately transcribe audio video and internet-based content.

• Produce high-quality English-language reports derived from foreign-language source materials.

• Demonstrate an understanding of regional dialects and language variations.

Gisting and Summarization

• Identify and summarize key facts themes and critical information.

• Extract relevant intelligence and operationally significant details from large volumes of material.

• Utilize research tools and reference materials to support high-quality deliverables.

• No clearance required to apply.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. Clearance must be fully adjudicated before work begins. Leidos will sponsor eligible candidates after successful completion of required language assessments and processing requirements.

• Bachelors degree with 812 years of relevant experience or Masters degree with 610 years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Degree in Translation Interpretation Linguistics or related Language Studies strongly preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of recent professional experience in translation interpretation transcription or a combination of these disciplines.

• Professional interpretation skills are required.

• Ability to perform both written and spoken language tasks at a professional level.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and the target language(s).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic online research tools

Language Testing Requirements

To be considered for our Linguist Talent Pipeline candidates must successfully complete the following:

Required for Pipeline Consideration

• Pass the English language assessment.

Additional Requirements (When Language-Specific Opportunities Become Available)
Candidates selected for future opportunities will be required to complete additional Leidos language assessments including:

• Achieving a Senior or Expert rating on the target language proficiency assessment.

• Demonstrating professional-level interpretation skills between English and the target language.

• Meeting any additional customer-specific language testing requirements as applicable.

• Experience supporting contingency operations as a deployed linguist.

• Familiarity with the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) Department of Defense (DoD) military operations or law enforcement environments.

• Experience providing consecutive and simultaneous interpretation in professional settings.

• Ability to effectively brief customers present information clearly and communicate findings to diverse stakeholders.

• Experience with Human Language Technology (HLT) tools and applications.

Important Information About This Requisition

This is a pipeline requisition established to build a pool of qualified linguists translators and interpreters for anticipated future opportunities. Hiring timelines position availability work locations and language requirements may vary based on customer demand. Qualified applicants may be contacted for future openings that align with their language skills experience and eligibility requirements.

Why Leidos

At Leidos were not just offering a job were offering a mission. As part of the Intel Sector youll contribute to a safer world by enabling critical intelligence efforts with AI machine learning and digital modernization Mission Software Systems. From safeguarding ports and borders to anticipating geopolitical instability years in advance our linguists play an integral role in shaping global security.

We value innovation collaboration and integrity and we are looking for people who are driven to make a difference.

Ready to Elevate Your Career

If youre a passionate linguist ready to support impactful work on a global scale we encourage you to apply today. Your greatest work is ahead.

This program will sponsor and upgrade security clearance to a TS/SCI with a Polygraph after you pass the required language tests. Linguist cannot begin work on contract without a fully adjudicated security clearance

At Leidos the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive professionally and personally. For us helping you grow your career is good business. Were excited to learn more about you apply today!

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The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) 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.