Malay Simultaneous Linguist
Company: Leidos Inc
Location: Arlington
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
Description Job Description:UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIALAt 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
sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the
right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our
Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.Are you
ready for your next career challenge? Ready to see the World?Leidos
currently has an opening for highly qualified Malay simultaneous
linguists to support a DoD customer in the National Capital Region
(NCR) and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Provide language court room support
services including court room simultaneous interpretation,
translation, and transcription for Military Commissions hearings
that are held in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.The linguist will provide
Malay simultaneous interpretation, translation, and transcription
for Military Commissions hearings.THE MISSIONThe Defense Group
provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services
covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers
worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT,
large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial
and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and
intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving
the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't
fail" missions. To explore and learn more, click here!
We have an exciting opportunity for a Arab Consecutive Linguist
based in Arlington, VA. We are soliciting highly qualified
linguists to support a DoD customer in the National Capital Region
(NCR) and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Provide language support services
including interpretation, translation, and transcription in
assisting defense counsels with interviews of detainees and
witnesses for court rooms and case preparation for Military
Commissions hearings that are held in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.Are you
ready to make an impact? Begin your a flourishing and meaningful
career, share your resume with us today!THE CHALLENGEPlace of
performance shall vary with requirements. A significant amount of
the work will occur at the Office of Military Commissions (OMC)
deployed facility at US Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and
some other overseas locations. Additional work shall be performed
on site at the OMC facilities in the National Capital Region.
WHAT SETS YOU APART:The linguist must be able to interpret in the
simultaneous mode required by the setting and provide almost
completely accurate renditions of complex, colloquial, and
idiomatic speech, as well as formal and some highly formal
discourse. Conveys the meaning of the speaker faithfully, including
most, if not all, details and nuances, reflecting the style,
register, and cultural context of the source language, without
omissions, additions or embellishments. Demonstrates mastery of the
skills required for interpretation, including command of both
working languages and their cultural context, expertise in some
specialized fields, and ability to prepare new specialized topics
rapidly and routinely. Very good delivery, with pleasant voice
quality and only occasional hesitations, repetitions or
corrections. Performance reflects the highest standards of
professional conduct and ethicsAble to translate the full meaning
of a written text from one language to another. Provide accurate
and thorough translations from English into a foreign language or
from a foreign language into English.Able to transcribe audio/video
discovery material into English. Relevant work experience will be
considered in lieu of degree.Basic QualificationsBA/BS and or
equivalent formal military training and12+ years of related work
experienceREQUIRED SKILLS:
Achieve a minimum score of an Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR)
4 in respective foreign language and 4 in English for Reading,
Listening, Speaking, and Writing.
Demonstrated history of working on translation projects and in
maintaining the integrity and meaning of the translated
material.
Ability to conduct and prepare accurate translation, and/or
transcriptions of general and technical legal materials.
Ability to write and interpret in a clear, concise, and
professional manner in the specified foreign language and
English.
Ability to write and interpret clearly and coherently in target
language(s) and English.
Ability to read a variety of unfamiliar subjects, relate ideas,
make intelligent inferences, and rarely misunderstand the intent of
the writer.
Ability to translate or interpret conversations accurately and
clearly.
Be proficient in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
and be computer literate.
Ability to deploy to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and other overseas
locations on short notice for an extended period, staying in
housing based on availability for Commission hearings, and will be
required to attend all sessions of trial.
Ability to interact positively with Leidos government customer and
co-workers at all times.
Team player who is able to communicate effectively with colleagues,
addresses tasks quickly and efficiently, and collaborates on group
projects.
Willing to work long hours to meet mission demands.
Sufficient technical aptitude to gain a working knowledge on
job-required tools and processes.CLEARANCE: Ability to obtain
clearance at the TS/SCI level in DISS.
YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE:Bachelor's degree, preferred
* Native-level proficiency in foreign language
Pay Range:Pay Range $105,300.00 - $162,000.00 - $218,700.00The
Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand
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.
Keywords: Leidos Inc, Arlington , Malay Simultaneous Linguist, Other , Arlington, Virginia
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