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Sigma Group

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Sterling, VA · Remote

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Japanese Linguist - TU Exercise Support, Remote

The Unconventional

Tacoma, WA • Remote

$23.75 - $31.25/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Summary: The Unconventional (TU) is seeking an exceptionally qualified Japanese Linguist to provide consecutive interpretation support with foreign language interpretation, transcription, reporting, and translation services in support of a planned military training exercise event. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to: Provide consecutive interpretation. Provide document translation.

Shall provide written translation and perform basic to strategic military tactical and administrative clerical work such as drafting correspondence, coordinating meetings, and research as required. Specialized Translator/interpreters will be expected to translate discussions between U.S. and provided/identified military

Shall analyze source conversations necessary to accurately document conversations and activities. Function as an integral member of a team. Perform such other duties as are customarily performed by other persons in similar such positions, as well as such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the employer.

Exercise support will take place 23 FEB 2026 - 06 MAR 2026 in Tokyo, Japan.Required Qualifications: Must have experience and skill in Japanese and English translating/interpreting, transcribing and documenting conversation. Professional working proficiency in Japanese and English. Must have an industry recognized certification that proves you possess the language proficiency in order to satisfactorily support the resulting contract

Must have experience providing consecutive translation services between English and Japanese indigenous speakers. Must possess skills to quickly and effectively translate between Japanese/English & English/ Japanese. Shall have the familiarity with and ability to conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.

Shall have the ability to function as an integral member of a team of professionals. Able to work for a minimum of eight (8) hours a day up to twelve (12) hours a day for a total of about 80 hours of effort for the event. Desired Qualifications: Prior military experience.

Clearance: Must possess an active SECRET Security Clearance. Location: Remote / Tokyo, Japan Travel: OCONUS travel will be required.Required Qualifications: Must have experience and skill in Japanese and English translating/interpreting, transcribing and documenting conversation. Professional working proficiency in Japanese and English

Must have an industry recognized certification that proves you possess the language proficiency in order to satisfactorily support the resulting contract. Must have experience providing consecutive translation services between English and Japanese indigenous speakers. Must possess skills to quickly and effectively translate between Japanese/English & English/ Japanese.

Shall have the familiarity with and ability to conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs. Shall have the ability to function as an integral member of a team of professionals. Able to work for a minimum of eight (8) hours a day up to twelve (12) hours a day for a total of about 80 hours of effort for the event.

Desired Qualifications: Prior military experience. Clearance: Must possess an active SECRET Security Clearance. Location: Remote / Tokyo, Japan Travel: OCONUS travel will be required.

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