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Khmer Interpreter

Manchester, NH · On-site

$68K/yr

Ready to perform any of the three interpreting modes: consecutive, simultaneous and sight-translation at any point in time depending on the situation. * Accepts assignments using discretion with ...

CURRENT LANGUAGES RECRUITED Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Azerbaijani, Baluchi, Bengali, Bulgarian, Burmese, Cebuano, Cambodian-Khmer, Chinese, Czech, French (with citizenship from an African Country ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for khmer translator 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.

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Khmer Translators often encounter challenges such as translating complex technical terminology, maintaining the nuance and intent of the original message, and managing tight deadlines for urgent projects. They may also need to bridge subtle cultural differences to ensure translations are appropriate and easily understood by the target audience. Working as a translator frequently requires adapting to various formats, including written documents, audio files, or live interpretation. Collaboration with project managers, clients, or other translators is common, especially on larger projects, to ensure quality and consistency throughout all translated materials.

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To thrive as a Khmer Translator, you need fluency in both Khmer and English, a strong grasp of grammar and idiomatic expressions, and experience in accurate translation or interpretation. Familiarity with computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools and, in some cases, recognized language certifications can be valuable assets. Exceptional attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and strong communication skills set candidates apart in this role. These skills are crucial to ensure precise, culturally appropriate translations and effective collaboration with clients or team members.

What is a Khmer translator?

A Khmer Translator is responsible for translating written or spoken content between Khmer and another language, typically English. They ensure accuracy, cultural relevance, and clarity in translations for documents, websites, legal papers, or conversations. Khmer Translators may work in various industries, including business, healthcare, government, and media. Strong language skills, cultural understanding, and attention to detail are essential for this role. Some translators also provide interpretation services for live conversations or events.

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Linguist (Albanian, Bengali, Finnish, Greek, Hindi, Turkish, and more.)

Core One

Mclean, VA

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Core One is currently seeking a Linguist that has experience in one of the following languages: (Albanian, Amharic, Armenian (Eastern and Western), Azerbaijani, Baluchi, Bengali, Bosnian (Croatian, Serbian), Bulgarian (Macedonian), Burmese, Cambodian (Khmer), Cebuano, Chechen, Croatian (Bosnian, Serbian), Czech (Slovak), Dari, Estonian, Ewe, Finnish, Georgian, German, Greek, Gujarati, Hausa, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Igbo (Ibo), Indonesian, Javanese, Kazakh, Kirghiz, Kissi, Kurdish, Lao, Lithuanian, Macedonian (Bulgarian), Malay, Malayalam, Marathi, Mongolian, Nepali, Panjabi (Punjabi), Pashto, Polish, Serbian (Bosnian, Croatian), Sindhi, Slovak (Czech), Slovenian, Somali, Tagalog, Tajik, Tamil, Tausug, Telugu, Thai, Tibetian, Tigrinya, Turkish, Turkmen, Uygur, Ukrainian, Urdu, Uzbek, Vietnamese, Yoruba, Zulu) to support our Intelligence Community customer.

**THIS IS FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATION ONLY**

**THIS POSITION REQUIRES A CURRENT TS/SCI WITH POLYGRAPH CLEARANCE**

Responsibilities:

  • Depending upon Linguist level, and language test scores, you will be responsible for performing different ranges of activities in processing material for translation and interpretation. 
  • Depending upon Linguist level, you may be asked to provide interim or short term support to the Sponsor.
  • Using translation methodology to translate a wide variety of complex texts that often contain difficult and abstract writing.

Requirements:

Journeyman Linguist: 

  • Performs a limited range of activities in processing material (level 2-2+ for translation, interpretation, speaking/listening, on the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale). 
  • Journeyman shall not complete finished translations or transcriptions. Journeyman may provide interim, or short term, support to the sponsor.
  • Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance. 

Primary Linguist: 

  • Performs full range of activities in processing material or participating in situations requiring a general professional capability (level 3-3+ for translation or interpretation on the ILR scale).
  • Must be able to translate texts that contain not only facts but also abstract language, and must evidence a fundamental ability to capture their intended implications and many nuances.
  • Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance. 

Senior Linguist: 

  • Performs full range of activities in processing material or participating in situations requiring an advanced professional capability (level 4-4+ for translation or interpretation on ILR scale). 
  • Must be able to successfully apply a translation methodology to translate a wide variety of complex texts that contain difficult, abstract, idiomatic, highly technical, and colloquial writing. 
  • Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance. 

Expert Linguist: 

  • Performs full range of activities in processing material or participating in situations requiring a superior professional capability (level 5 for translation or interpretation on the ILR scale). 
  • Must be able to successfully translate virtually all texts, including those where lack of linguistic and cultural parallelism between the source language and the target language requires precise congruity judgments and the ability to apply a translation methodology. 
  • Active TS/CI with Poly clearance. 

About Core One 
Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges.  In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first and is comprised of outstanding professionals from the national security community.  Because Core One is committed to seeking top talent, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. In addition, Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic and growing company that values exceptional performance.

Core One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.


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About Core One

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Sterling, VA, US