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JTG, inc.

Expert Level Translators

Reston, VA · On-site

$45K - $59K/yr

... Chinese-Fukien/ Taiwanese, Chinese-Mandarin (all dialects not listed as separate languages ... Location: remote Pay Range: $0.10 - $0.20 per word of translation Responsibilities: • Provide ...

JTG

Primary Level Translators - Multiple Languages

Reston, VA · On-site

$45K - $59K/yr

... Chinese-Fukien/ Taiwanese, Chinese-Mandarin (all dialects not listed as separate languages ... Location: remote Pay Range: $0.10 - $0.20 per word of translation Responsibilities: • Provide ...

Leidos

Chinese Linguist

Vienna, VA · On-site

Are you an experienced and highly qualified Senior Chinese Translator/Linguist looking for your next challenge? Leidos has an exciting opportunity for you! We are seeking a talented linguist who can ...

Leidos

Chinese Linguist

Vienna, VA · On-site

Are you an experienced and highly qualified Senior Chinese Translator/Linguist looking for your next challenge? Leidos has an exciting opportunity for you! We are seeking a talented linguist who can ...

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How much do chinese translation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for chinese translation in the United States is $57,200.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Chinese translation?

A Chinese Translation job involves converting written or spoken content between Chinese and another language while maintaining accuracy, context, and cultural nuances. Translators may work on documents, websites, books, or business materials, while interpreters facilitate real-time spoken communication. Professionals in this field require fluency in both languages, strong writing skills, and cultural awareness to ensure clear and effective communication.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a professional working in Chinese translation?

A professional in Chinese Translation spends their days translating a variety of written or spoken materials, such as business documents, technical manuals, marketing content, or legal texts, from Chinese to another language or vice versa. They are often responsible for proofreading and editing translated materials to maintain accuracy and consistency, conducting research on industry-specific terminology, and collaborating with project managers, subject matter experts, or other translators. Many Chinese Translators also manage multiple projects simultaneously and utilize translation software to streamline and organize their work. Depending on the employer, the work environment can be freelance, in-house with a corporation, or as part of a translation agency team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Chinese translation position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Chinese Translation, you need exceptional fluency in both Chinese and the target language, a deep understanding of grammar and idiomatic expressions, and usually a bachelor's degree in languages or translation. Proficiency with computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools, such as SDL Trados or MemoQ, as well as relevant certifications like ATA or NAATI, is highly valuable. Attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and strong time management are standout soft skills for this position. These skills help ensure accurate, culturally appropriate translations and reliable communication for clients and employers.

How can I become a Chinese translator?

To become a Chinese translator, you typically need fluency in both Chinese and your native language, along with a relevant degree or certification in translation or language studies. Gaining experience through internships, building a portfolio, and mastering translation tools like CAT software can improve job prospects. Professional certifications, such as those from the American Translators Association, can also enhance credibility and employment opportunities.
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Infographic showing various Chinese Translation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,200 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Chinese-Mandarin Operational Language Analysts (OLA II)

Global Dimensions, LLC

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Global Dimensions is a HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia. We are a growing organization supporting critical national security missions through expertise in language and culture, training and education, information technology, cybersecurity, and intelligence.

We are currently seeking Chinese-Mandarin Operational Language Analysts (OLA II) to support critical intelligence missions at Fort Meade, Maryland. This position is designed for experienced cryptologic linguists with advanced Mandarin language proficiency who are skilled in foreign language exploitation, intelligence reporting, and operational language analysis.

Essential Job Functions:

The Chinese-Mandarin Operational Language Analyst (OLA II) will:

Perform advanced cryptologic language processing of Mandarin Chinese audio and graphic materials in support of national security and intelligence operations.

Scan, review, and exploit foreign language communications to identify Essential Elements of Information (EEIs) and other intelligence of operational value.

Produce accurate gists, translations, transcriptions, and intelligence reports in accordance with Government standards and mission requirements.

Draft and edit intelligence reports based on exploited foreign language materials.

Translate and transcribe complex technical, military, political, and operational communications while preserving the context and intent of the source material.

Develop and maintain working aids, glossaries, databases, and reference materials to improve mission effectiveness.

Conduct research to resolve linguistic, cultural, and technical challenges.

Collaborate with intelligence analysts and mission partners to support operational planning and intelligence production.

Maintain strict adherence to security protocols, classification guidance, and quality assurance standards.

Support additional operational language and intelligence tasks as assigned.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance with a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.

Minimum Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) Level 3 proficiency in Mandarin Chinese (Audio or Graphic).

One of the following:

    • Associate's degree and 4 years of full-time cryptologic language processing experience, or
    • 6 years of full-time cryptologic language processing experience without a degree.

Minimum 4 years of experience performing cryptologic language processing, including:

    • Scanning foreign language material
    • Recovering Essential Elements of Information (EEIs)
    • Gisting
    • Translation
    • Transcription
    • Intelligence report drafting
    • Developing working aids and databases

At least 2 years of primary duty experience performing translation, transcription, and/or gisting.

No more than one year of the required experience may consist primarily of intelligence reporting duties.

At least 2 of the required 4 years of qualifying experience must have been obtained within four years of resume submission.

Desired Skills:

Experience supporting the National Security Agency (NSA), Department of Defense (DoD), or Intelligence Community (IC).

Experience producing serialized intelligence reports and supporting operational intelligence missions.

Strong understanding of cryptologic language processing methodologies and intelligence reporting standards.

Experience working in fast-paced, mission-driven classified environments.

Excellent analytical, research, written, and verbal communication skills.