French​/Hausa Linguist

Responsibilities

• Translation: Accurately translate materials (both digital and hard copy) from French/Hausa into English and vice versa, capturing subtle nuances, cultural references, and abstract concepts with contextual accuracy; use terminology and expression consistent with subject matter norms.
• Interpretation: Provide consecutive interpretation; simultaneous interpretation may occasionally be required; maintain high fidelity and fluency, demonstrating understanding of regional dialects and cultural context.
• Transcription: Listen to audio or review internet‑based content and transcribe accurately and efficiently; produce high‑quality English‑language reports based on audio/visual materials; demonstrate nuanced understanding of dialectical variations.
• Gisting and Summarization: Identify and summarize key facts and abstract concepts accurately; prioritize and extract critical information from large datasets; use reference materials effectively to support quality output.

• Education / Experience: BA/BS and/or equivalent formal military training and 4‑8 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s with 2‑6 years of prior relevant experience (additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree).
• Degree: Translation and/or interpretation degree highly desired.
• Expertise: HLT experience a plus.
• Language Proficiency: Must successfully complete a Leidos‑administered language proficiency test or equivalent at the primary level or higher.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research.
• All candidates must take and pass language tests administered by Leidos or an accepted commercial testing vendor.

• Experience supporting contingency operations as a deployed linguist.
• Familiarity with the U.S. Intelligence Community, military operations, or law enforcement environments.
• Ability to brief and communicate findings to various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in multiple languages is a strong asset.

• Attendance and passing all sponsor‑related training is a requirement of employment.
• All candidates must take and successfully pass a medical laboratory and/or physical screen as required by the program.
• Successfully completing required weapons training.
• This is a hybrid job and will require travel OCONUS; candidate must be able to support the contract 24/7 when on travel.

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required (must be fully adjudicated before work begins)

Pay Range $73,450.00 - $

May 8, 2026