Farsi Linguist (2026-0245)
Reston, VAJobSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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Acclaim Technical Services is hiring a Farsi Linguist to support a government agency in Reston, Virginia. The role focuses on collecting and researching foreign-language science and technology materials, translating selected technical documents, and providing related linguistic services. Work is performed during ordinary weekday business hours. An active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required; a bachelor’s degree is desired.
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Full job description
Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading language and intelligence services company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.
We are actively hiring a Farsi Linguist to join our team working in Reston, VA. You will be responsible for supporting a government agency and your office with translation, transcription, and/or interpretation services.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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The linguist will conduct specialized collection of Science and Technology publication articles and patent applications, including full source-language text, in response to government guidance.
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The linguist will conduct supplementary research from foreign language sources on equipment and technologies identified.
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The linguist will translate selected technical documents upon request.
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Work will be performed during ordinary hours (e.g., 8-5) in an ordinary work week (Monday-Friday).
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
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Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
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Bachelor’s degree desired
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Translation into English
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Collection from published, online and broadcast media
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Monitoring published, online and broadcast media while identifying relevant content
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Selection
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Summarizing/Gisting while drawing upon linguistic or cultural expertise
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Translation Related Services
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Writing reports
PREFERRED SKILLS
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Quality Control of language products
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Writing Analysis
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Subject Matter Expertise in Counterproliferation, Counterterrorism, Cyber, Military, Science and Technology and Social Media areas of focus
Acclaim Technical Services (ATS), founded in 2000, is a premier provider of tech-enabled solutions and operational services to a broad range of U.S. Federal agencies. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company—an uncommon advantage in our sector—we foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and shared success. This commitment to our people shows: ATS is consistently recognized as a top workplace in the DC area and continues to experience strong, strategic growth.
Salary Transparency: There are many factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employee owners value the flexibility at ATS that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad mix of exceptional benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At ATS, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more at Employee Resources
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT: ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.
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How this job compares
Set against the 356 open Interpreter jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Virginia median$87–167K/yr34 salary ranges
- US median$25–31/hr145 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 56 open Interpreter jobs in Virginia and 356 across the US. 13% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Virginia
- Acclaim Technical Services (this employer)14 open
- Leidos14 open
- CACI International13 open
- Experience
- Interpreter postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 4 years (196 postings).
- Education
- 57 of the 356 open Interpreter jobs (16%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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