Arabic Linguist

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

• Translate,interpretand analyze oral and written material such as classified reports, data,briefingsand conversations. Provide translation in written and/or oral form.

• Provide assessments, transcription, translation, interpretation, cultural advisement, and media analysis services to ensure actionable data and products are developed and processed quickly and accurately.

• Provide written translations of source texts in one language into another language, asidentifiedabove, with the meaning and intent of the original text (Translations).

• Translator will:

• read andcomprehendthe languages

• write comprehensibly in one of the source languages

• choose the equivalent expression in the Source language that both fully conveys and best matches the meaning intended in the source language (referred to as congruity judgment)

• As an Interpreter, have a command ofboth of the languages(Arabic/English).

• Must be able to:

• comprehendboth the source language andEnglishas spoken and written

• speakboth of theselanguages

• choose an expression in English that fully conveys and best matches the meaning of the source language

• have familiarity with the cultural context of both languages

• have knowledge of terminology in specialized fields

• research in source (Native) languages and write a comprehensive command level information paper

• Linguists maybe requiredto complete an annual evaluation and retesting process todetermineeligibility forpossible extensionof servicesrequired.

***This position is contingentupon award of contract***



Required Qualifications:

• Current/Active Public trust clearance US Citizenship.

• Mustpossessa minimum of aBachelor's degree in Political Science, International Studies, Anthropology, Communication or a related field from an accredited and reputable institution and 8 years of relevant experience. Anadditional4years experiencewill be considered in lieu of degree.

• Must have a minimum of 5 years prior experience working in support of U.S. Armed Forces or U.S. government agencies.

• Must have a minimum of 3/3/3 scores or higher in testing scores both in English andModern Standard Arabic within the last 5 years.

• Must be able todemonstratethe following abilities:

• Objective, Unbiased, & Logical cultural advisement.

• Must be able to follow orderly and sequential systematic procedures and guidelines.

• Provide foreign language interpretation, translation, transliteration & transcription, document exploitation (DOCEX) services

• Provide written and verbal translation ofvarious typesof media from target language to source language whilemaintainingcongruity in judgment.

• Mustpossessexcellent listening skills with ability to pay attention to minute details.

• Must be comfortable providing presentations and working with small and large groups.

• In depth cultural understanding of customs, symbolism, mannerisms, traditions of various ethnic groupsresidingthroughout the CENTCOM AOR

• Demonstrated capability to work with Microsoft Office applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Information Operations/ PSYOP/MISO units in Middle East/SWA Area of Operations.Or experience working with U.S. Special Operations Forces or other Military forces in the Middle East
• Language ability in another required language; DARI, PASHTO, orFARSIat the same levels.
• NativeSpeaker

Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.

EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.