Pashto Linguist

Description

Leidos is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Pashto Linguist to support our National Security Programs. This role requires advanced linguistic capabilities and cultural knowledge to support a wide range of mission‑critical activities.

• Translation: translate written materials in both electronic and hard‑copy formats; convey factual content and nuanced meaning; capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural references; use terminology and expression consistent with subject‑matter norms.
• Interpretation: provide accurate consecutive interpretation; occasional simultaneous interpretation may be required; demonstrate understanding of Pashto regional dialects.
• Transcription: review audio and internet‑based materials; transcribe with high accuracy; produce clear, well‑written English‑language reports.
• Gisting and Summarization: identify and summarize key facts and abstract concepts; prioritize and extract critical information from large datasets; use reference materials effectively.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research tools.
• Experience with HLT, CAT tools and language model technology is highly desired.

• Language
  
  Required:
  
  Pashto (fluent) and English (fluent).
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree with 4–8 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s degree with 2–6 years of prior relevant experience.
• Professional experience: minimum of 4 years in translation, interpretation or transcription.
• Must successfully complete a Leidos‑administered language proficiency test or equivalent at primary level or higher within six months of hire.

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required to begin work.

• Prior experience supporting contingency operations as a deployed linguist.
• Familiarity with the U.S. intelligence community, military operations or law enforcement environments.
• Additional language proficiency strongly preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats in English and the target language.

• Occasional travel OCONUS may be required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.