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Persian-Farsi Linguist

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Amentum

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Augusta, GA · On-site

$31.25 - $33.25/hr

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The Ascendancy Group LTD

Linguist

Tampa, FL

Description Linguist The Ascendancy Group's Mission To be the unequaled provider of special ... This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI ...

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Persian-Farsi Linguist

Persian-Farsi Linguist

Pae

Augusta, GA • On-site

$31.25 - $33.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Amentum is seeking linguists with excellent English skills to grow our talented and diverse team towards our mission's success. We are looking for dedicated linguist professionals in a variety of languages/dialects to support our intelligence community customer . Linguists will support U.S. military operations primarily in an assigned area of responsibility. Linguists will contribute an assortment of language services and will be responsible for providing cultural perspective and understanding of the region's historical, political, sociological, and economic trends to select members of the senior leadership staff.


Principal Responsibilities of the Position:

  • Provide operational contract linguist support for military operations and interpret during interviews, meeting, and conferences.

  • Transcribe and analyze verbal communications.

  • Scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents for key information.

  • Supply a variety of translation and interpretation services for Farsi.

Job Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

  • Must possess excellent command ofPersian Farsi (target languages) &English verbal skills; Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) proficiency level3 in target language and proficiency level 3 or 2 in Englishbased on oral and written language skills examination.

  • Must hold a current U.S. passport. (Or apply as soon as accepted into the program).

  • Must possess an activeclearance for access to classified information.

  • Must be willing to work shifts and extended hours in support of 24 x 7 operations.

  • Must have familiarity with and ability to conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.

  • Must undergo medical examination and be able to meet all MOD15 requirements put into place by the military.

Compensation Details:

79,150

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

03/11/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters.

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