CAT III Chinese - Mandarin Linguist

Torden LLC • Schofield Barracks, HI

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About The Position

Torden is seeking qualified linguist professionals to support the processing of Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) data for worldwide missions. The program operates around the clock, 24/7, and linguists are assigned specific shifts that may rotate at designated times throughout the year.

The role requires Chinese-Mandarin interpretation and reading proficiency, as well as interpretation and translation from the target language into English at ILR Level 3. Candidates must be able to translate, transcribe, and interpret accurately; understand standard-dialect speech and conversations between educated native speakers; and comprehend radio broadcasts, news reports, oral reports, some technical reports, and non-technical public addresses.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and pass U.S. Government Counterintelligence screening and a polygraph to obtain a TOP SECRET security clearance with SCI access. Priority is given to applicants with active security clearances, recent CI interviews, and current polygraphs.

Requirements

• Chinese-Mandarin interpretation and reading proficiency.
• Interpretation and translation from the target language to English at ILR Level 3.
• Working proficiency in English at ILR Level 3.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct accurate translation, transcription, and interpretation.
• Typing and computer skills.
• Ability to think quickly and work professionally as part of a team.
• Ability to understand the essentials of speech in a standard dialect and have a broad vocabulary, rarely requiring assistance with paraphrasing or explanation.
• Ability to accurately follow the essentials of conversations between educated native speakers.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Must pass U.S. Government Counterintelligence screening and a polygraph to obtain a TOP SECRET security clearance with SCI access.

Nice To Haves

• Active TOP SECRET security clearance with SCI access is preferred.
• Active security clearances, recent CI interviews, and current polygraphs receive priority.

Responsibilities

• Process Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) data supporting worldwide missions.
• Perform accurate translation, transcription, and interpretation.
• Interpret and translate from Chinese-Mandarin into English.
• Understand conversations between educated native speakers, standard-dialect speech, radio broadcasts, news stories, oral reports, some oral technical reports, and non-technical public addresses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed