Arabic Simultaneous Linguist-CE
Company: Leidos Inc
Location: Arlington
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Description UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIALAt Leidos, we deliver
innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and
talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We
empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate
sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the
right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our
Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.Are you
ready for your next career challenge? Ready to see the World?Leidos
currently has an opening for highly qualified Arabic simultaneous
linguists to support a DoD customer in the National Capital Region
(NCR) and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. This is a part time consulting
position with the potential to go full time to Provide language
court room support services including court room simultaneous
interpretation, translation, and transcription for Military
Commissions hearings that are held in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.The
linguist will provide Arabic simultaneous interpretation,
translation, and transcription for Military Commissions
hearings.THE MISSIONThe Defense Group provides a diverse portfolio
of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space,
and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense
include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence
systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics,
cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and
operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest
security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions. To
explore and learn more, click here!Are you ready to make an impact?
Begin your a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume
with us today!THE CHALLENGEPlace of performance shall vary with
requirements. A significant amount of the work will occur at the
Office of Military Commissions (OMC) deployed facility at US Naval
Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and some other overseas locations.
Additional work shall be performed on site at the OMC facilities in
the National Capital Region.WHAT SETS YOU APART:The linguist must
be able to interpret in the simultaneous mode required by the
setting and provide almost completely accurate renditions of
complex, colloquial, and idiomatic speech, as well as formal and
some highly formal discourse. Conveys the meaning of the speaker
faithfully, including most, if not all, details and nuances,
reflecting the style, register, and cultural context of the source
language, without omissions, additions or embellishments.
Demonstrates mastery of the skills required for interpretation,
including command of both working languages and their cultural
context, expertise in some specialized fields, and ability to
prepare new specialized topics rapidly and routinely. Very good
delivery, with pleasant voice quality and only occasional
hesitations, repetitions or corrections. Performance reflects the
highest standards of professional conduct and ethicsAble to
translate the full meaning of a written text from one language to
another. Provide accurate and thorough translations from English
into a foreign language or from a foreign language into
English.Able to transcribe audio/video discovery material into
English. Relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of
degree.Basic QualificationsBA/BS and or equivalent formal military
training and 12+ years of related work experienceREQUIRED
SKILLS:Achieve a minimum score of an Interagency Language
Roundtable (ILR) 4 in respective foreign language and 4 in English
for Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing.Demonstrated history
of working on translation projects and in maintaining the integrity
and meaning of the translated material.Ability to conduct and
prepare accurate translation, and/or transcriptions of general and
technical legal materials.Ability to write and interpret in a
clear, concise, and professional manner in the specified foreign
language and English.Ability to write and interpret clearly and
coherently in target language(s) and English.Ability to read a
variety of unfamiliar subjects, relate ideas, make intelligent
inferences, and rarely misunderstand the intent of the
writer.Ability to translate or interpret conversations accurately
and clearly.Be proficient in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint) and be computer literate.Ability to deploy to
Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and other overseas locations on short notice
for an extended period, staying in housing based on availability
for Commission hearings, and will be required to attend all
sessions of trial.Ability to interact positively with Leidos
government customer and co-workers at all times.Team player who is
able to communicate effectively with colleagues, addresses tasks
quickly and efficiently, and collaborates on group projects.Willing
to work long hours to meet mission demands.Sufficient technical
aptitude to gain a working knowledge on job-required tools and
processes.CLEARANCE: Must Have clearance at the TS/SCI level in
DISS.YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE:Bachelor's degree, preferred* Native-level
proficiency in foreign language Salary Range-
$108,550-$210,000Original Posting Date:2024-03-11While subject to
change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that
this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an
anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original
posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range -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.
Keywords: Leidos Inc, Annandale , Arabic Simultaneous Linguist-CE, Other , Arlington, Virginia
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