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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for arabic linguist contractor in the United States is $73,373.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Arabic Linguist Contractor is a language professional who provides translation, interpretation, and cultural expertise on a contracted basis. They typically work with government agencies, private companies, or international organizations to support communication in Arabic. Responsibilities may include translating documents, interpreting conversations, and analyzing foreign language materials. This role often requires fluency in Arabic and English, cultural knowledge, and sometimes security clearance for sensitive projects.

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Arabic Linguist Contractors are generally responsible for translating written documents, interpreting spoken communications, and analyzing audio or text materials between Arabic and English. On a day-to-day basis, you may work independently or collaborate with teams to ensure translations are accurate, culturally appropriate, and meet client specifications. Other tasks can include reviewing or proofreading translations, conducting linguistic research, or supporting language training sessions. Work settings vary and may involve remote, on-site, or field assignments, depending on the employer's needs. Regular communication with project managers and other linguists is common to maintain high-quality deliverables.

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Infographic showing various Arabic Linguist Contractor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,373 per year, or $35.3 per hour.

Arabic Linguist (Travel)

Hagerstown, MD • On-site

Ascensus Global Inc.
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$110K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description:

ABOUT US: Ascensus Global, Inc. (formerly MultiLingual Solutions, Inc.) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with more than 21 years of successful experience providing professional language services, foreign language and cultural training, and analysis support to a broad client base consisting of more than 40 U.S. military and intelligence customers, as well as over 2,000 civilian government, commercial and non-profit organizations in various fields. With ISO 9001:2015 and 17100:2015 certifications, AGI provides services in more than 100 languages, employing innovative technologies and methodologies and applying best practices from both the Government and commercial arenas to advance each customer’s unique communication and operational objectives throughout the U.S. and across the globe.


POSITION SUMMARY: AGI is currently looking for an Arabic Linguist to support a government contract. The position requires interaction with a wide variety of Government and contractor personnel in a diverse, evolving, high-profile environment.

Requirements:

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide translation services
  • Conduct consecutive interpretation between source and target languages
  • Provide summaries/gists
  • Conduct editing and quality control of language products

SECURITY CLEARANCE: TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ability to pass an advanced English test
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance with adjudicated Polygraph
  • Ability to score ILR Level 3 or higher on a translation, speaking, listening, and reading test
  • Minimum of three (3) years’ professional experience conducting translation, transcription, translation, and/or interpretation
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Subject Matter Expertise in Religion, Science and Technology, and Sponsor Operations areas of focus

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Terminology Management
  • Translation Related Services (TRS)
  • Triage
  • Language Training
  • Subject Matter Expertise in Counter-Proliferation, Counterterrorism, Legal/Law, and Military areas of focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Travel is required to meet all mission requirements to include locations on the east coast, OCONUS, and Warzone/Conflict areas.


PAY RANGE: $110,000 - $160,000 a year

Ascensus Global (AGI) pay range and level are general guidelines for this job. Several factors, including education, geographic location, contract labor categories, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, or market data, determine the final salary.


BENEFITS:

Our benefits package includes health and welfare options (medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), short and long-term disability, company-paid life insurance, additional voluntary coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, and holiday pay.



AGI is committed to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by federal, state, or local laws. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination regardless of their physical/mental disability or veteran status.