Senior Spanish Linguist Jobs
Listed on 2026-08-16
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Language/Bilingual
Interpreter
Linguist
Leidos is seeking highly qualified and experienced individuals to support our National Security Programs. This role requires advanced linguistic capabilities and cultural knowledge to support a wide range of mission-critical activities. As a linguist, you will engage in the full range of language services - bringing expertise to translation, interpretation, transcription, summarization, and analysis. Key duties include but are not limited to:
- Accurately translate in both electronic and hard-copy formats.
- Convey not only factual content but also nuanced meaning and implied context.
- Capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural references effectively.
- Use terminology consistent with subject matter norms in the target language.
- Provide accurate interpretation; occasional may be required.
- Demonstrate understanding of one or more Korean regional dialects.
- Review materials.
- Transcribe with high levels of accuracy and fidelity to the original content.
- Produce clear, concise summaries.
- 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.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research tools is required.
- Experience with CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools, Language Learning Model (LLM) is highly desired.
- Must be fully adjudicated before work begins.
- Of relevant experience OR of related experience. (Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)
- 4+ years of professional and recent experience.
- Candidates must have experience in the U.S. Intelligence Community, military operations, or law enforcement environments.
- Must successfully complete a Leidos-administered language proficiency test or equivalent at the required level.
- Familiarity with the U.S. Intelligence Community, military operations, or law enforcement environments.
- Ability to effectively brief and communicate findings to various stakeholders.
- Proficiency in multiple languages is a strong asset.
- Prior experience supporting contingency operations as a deployed linguist.
- Additional language proficiency is strongly preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats in English and Target Language.
At Leidos, you'll join a team of dedicated professionals supporting a critical national mission. We invest in your growth through comprehensive training, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. 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. We're excited to learn more about you, apply today!
If you're a passionate linguist ready to support impactful work on a global scale, we encourage you to apply today.
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