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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for dlpt in the United States is $58,415.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,500.00 and $58,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a DLPT?

A DLPT (Defense Language Proficiency Test) job typically involves roles that require language proficiency assessment within the military or government sectors. These positions are often held by linguists, translators, or intelligence professionals who must demonstrate their language skills through the DLPT. Individuals in these roles support national security, intelligence, or diplomatic efforts by interpreting, translating, or analyzing foreign language materials.

What are the main responsibilities of a DLPT administrator?

A DLPT Administrator typically oversees the scheduling, setup, and secure administration of language proficiency exams to military personnel and other authorized candidates. Responsibilities include verifying candidate eligibility, maintaining strict test security protocols, troubleshooting technical issues with testing platforms, and accurately reporting results. DLPT Administrators also collaborate with language instructors, testing coordinators, and command leadership to ensure seamless testing operations. They may provide guidance to test-takers about the process and assist with test-related inquiries to support a positive testing experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the DLPT position?

To thrive as a DLPT (Defense Language Proficiency Test) Administrator, you need a solid understanding of language assessment principles, attention to detail, and often a background in education or linguistics. Familiarity with standardized testing tools, secure test administration systems, and knowledge of test security protocols is essential. Strong organizational skills, discretion, and effective communication are important for managing examinees and coordinating with test centers. These skills ensure unbiased and accurate test delivery, which is critical for assessing language proficiency and supporting mission readiness.

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Infographic showing various Dlpt job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 21% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 38% Temporary, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,415 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Chinese Mandarin Operational Language Analyst- I-IV

Linthicum Heights, MD • On-site

$105K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 hours ago


Job description

RBR-Technologies is a small service-disabled veteran-owned information and technology business founded on the basic principle of delivering customer mission success. RBR-technologies prides itself on our commitment to mission success as exemplified by the trust our customers and contract partners place in us. From RBR's first employee to the present day, every team member has a passion for mission success. Since 2011, we have continued to employ the highest caliber of professionals whose success is attributed to the intelligence, dedication, and years of experience within many government organizations including the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).RBR-Technologies is seeking Chinese Mandarin Operational Language Analysts to support one of our customers in Maryland.POSITION SUMMARYThe Chinese Operational Language Analyst will be located at FT Meade, Maryland and transcribes and/or translates source material, both printed and audio, provides analysis and reporting of translated foreign language source material, and quality control of junior linguists. They typically work as part of or may lead a team of linguists supporting operations CONUS or OCONUS. Must be a U. S. citizen and able to obtain a customer granted security clearance. Must possess native or near native proficiency in the foreign language, typically a 3/3 on the DLPT.RESPONSIBILITIESRecover Essential Elements of Information from foreign language audio and graphic language materials. Prepares and updates operational working aids and databases.Transcribes and translates complex and sophisticated foreign language audio and graphic language materials into good grammatical English. Prepares and updates databases of translated source material.Gist complex and sophisticated audio and/or graphic foreign language material.Scan and sort/categorize foreign language materials.Perform quality control review of translations and/or transcripts of complex and sophisticated audio and/or graphic foreign language material.REQUIREMENTSActive TS/SCI w/ polygraph required to be consideredJunior Language Analyst Must have a minimum of two (2) years of full-time transcription, translation or other language-related cryptologic experience.High School Diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED), or equivalent.Performance at Level 2 in Chinese listening and reading as defined by the InteragencyLanguage Roundtable (ILR) or Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) is required.Must have demonstrated superior and professional competency in their previous assignments and positions.Intermediate Language Analyst Must have a minimum of four (4) years of full-time transcription, translation or other language-related cryptologic experience.Two (2) of the four (4) years of experience within the last four (4) years.AA degree/AS degree or 2 years of additional related experience is required.Performance at Level 3 in listening or reading as defined by the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) or Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) is required.Senior Language Analyst Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent (In lieu of the bachelor's degree, an additional four (4) years of experience may be substituted)Must have a minimum of ten (10) years of full-time transcription, translation or other language-related cryptologic experience.One (1) year of experience performing quality control review of ILR 3 audio and/or graphic foreign language material.Performance at Level 3 in listening or reading as defined by the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) or Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) is required.Expert Language Analyst Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent (In lieu of the bachelor's degree, an additional four (4) years of experience may be substituted)Must have fifteen (15) years of full-time transcription, translation or other language-related cryptologic experience.Three (3) year of experience performing quality control review of ILR 3 audio and/or graphic foreign language material.Performance, within the last two (2) years, at Level 3 in listening AND reading as defined by the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) or Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) is required.Preferred QualificationsMilitary experience as a cryptologic linguist A career at RBR-Technologies doesn't mean you have to make sacrifices in other areas of your life.Best in class health benefits planGenerous 401k with matchingFlexible work policies and schedules (dependent upon contract)Generous Paid Time Off + All Federal HolidaysSpecial paid leave for: Bereavement, Voting, Military, and morePaid Volunteer Hours for Community OutreachPaid Parental LeaveFamily-Friendly Company Paid EventsAnnual Pet Insurance Benefit Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at RBR-Technologies, where employment is based on personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any protected characteristic as established by law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other conditions of employment.