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Vancro, Inc.

Cultural Advisor (Arabic/English)

Reston, VA · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

... to senior military leadership, helping strengthen partnerships with the United Arab Emirates military through cultural expertise, relationship building, and professional language support. This ...

Relief International

Middle East Program Intern

Washington, DC · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

Under the supervision of the Senior Regional Grants Officer, Middle East, the Intern will assist in ... Arabic language skills a plus Additional Information Salary: Unpaid, daily transportation stipend ...

ACCESS

Communications Manager

Dearborn, MI · On-site

... brand strategies Collaborate with senior leaders, department heads across ACCESS and its ... Arabic language preferred Skill in: Expert proofreading and intimate knowledge of AP style ...

ACCESS

Communications Manager

Dearborn, MI

... brand strategies Collaborate with senior leaders, department heads across ACCESS and its ... Arabic language preferred Skill in: Expert proofreading and intimate knowledge of AP style ...

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Arabic & Kurdish (Sorani, Kurmanji)

Leidos

Chantilly, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Leidos rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

79th of 495 rated business services

Job description

Arabi &Kurdish Linguist
Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos
Are you ready to apply your linguistic expertise to meaningful work that directly supports national security? At Leidos, we bring together innovative minds, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to excellence to solve the world's toughest challenges. Join a team where your contributions truly matter, and where you'll have the resources and support to thrive professionally and personally.
We are currently seeking a highly skilled Arabic & Kurdish Linguist to join our mission-driven team. This position requires a language professional capable of performing a wide range of complex linguistic tasks with precision and cultural insight.
What You'll Do:
You will provide professional-level linguistic support across translation, interpretation, transcription, and Gisting including but not limited to:
Translation
  • Accurately translate materials (both digital and hard copy) from Kurdish into English and vice versa and Arabic into English and vice versa.
  • Capture subtle nuances, cultural references, and abstract concepts with contextual accuracy.
  • Capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural references effectively.
  • Use terminology and expression consistent with subject matter norms in the target language.

Interpretation
  • Provide consecutive interpretation; simultaneous interpretation may occasionally be required.
  • Maintain high fidelity and fluency, demonstrating understanding of regional dialects and cultural context.

Transcription
  • Listen to audio or review internet-based content and transcribe accurately and efficiently.
  • Produce high-quality English-language reports based on audio/visual materials.
  • Demonstrate nuanced understanding of dialectical variations.

Gisting and Summarization
  • Identify and summarize key facts and abstract concepts accurately.
  • Prioritize and extract critical information from large datasets.
  • Use reference materials effectively to support quality output.

What You Bring:
  • . Must be fully cleared (Willing to sponsor if candidate has TS/SCI with CI) n active TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph. Candidates must also be eligible for a security clearance upgrade, (must be fully adjudicated before work begins
  • Bachelor's degree with 8 - 12 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with 6-10 years of related experience. (Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)
  • 3+ years of professional and recent translation and interpretation experience.
  • Must successfully complete a Leidos-administered language proficiency test or equivalent at the Senior level or higher
  • Translation and/or interpretation degree is highly desired
  • HLT experience a plus
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and target languages.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting contingency operations as a deployed linguist.
  • Familiarity with the U.S. Intelligence Community, military operations, or law enforcement environments.
  • Ability to effectively brief and communicate findings to various stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in multiple languages is a strong asset.

Travel OCONUS is a REQUIREMENT on this program. Candidate must be able to support the contract 24/7 when on travel.
Why Leidos?
At Leidos, we're not just offering a job - we're offering a mission. As part of the Leidos Intel Sector, you'll contribute to a safer world by enabling critical intelligence efforts with AI, machine learning, and digital modernization, Mission Software Systems. From safeguarding ports and borders to anticipating geopolitical instability years in advance, our linguists play an integral role in shaping global security.
We value innovation, collaboration, and integrity - and we are looking for people who are driven to make a difference.
Ready to Elevate Your Career?
If you're a passionate linguist ready to support impactful work on a global scale, we encourage you to apply today. Your greatest work is ahead.
#MSBA
At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We're excited to learn more about you, apply today!
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
January 30, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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