Chinese-Mandarin Linguist

Description

Leidos has an opportunity for a Chinese-Mandarin Linguist at Offutt AFB in Omaha, NE. This position is part of a large program supporting Air Combat Command’s (ACC) Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) mission. Candidates must currently possess a TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly.

• Provide written translation of technical and non-technical data
• Write gists and summaries of materials
• Conduct open source research
• Write reports in English
• Respond to requests for information

• Requires a current DoD TS/SCI with ability to obtain a polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of relevant experience or Associate s and 6+ years of relevant experience. (Experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
• The ideal candidate will meet the minimum language proficiency requirements (within the past 12 months) as defined by the Interagency Language Roundtable scale
• Providing written translations of technical and non-technical material using correct syntax and expression from the native language to English.
• Conducting open source research and compiling research findings into comprehensive reports in support of specific intelligence requirements.
• Providing the cultural, social, and ethnic context of translations and be able to convey this information in a written format which may include gisting or screening of the total content.
• Working cooperatively as a team member
• Working independently with minimal or no oversight
• Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with personnel from diverse cultures. Proficiency with MS Office application

EIO
2024

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January 30, 2026

Pay Range $59,150.00 - $

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