Persian-Farsi Linguist

About the role

Amentum is recruiting Persian-Farsi linguists to support its intelligence community customer and U.S. military operations in an assigned area of responsibility. Linguists provide language services and give cultural insight into the region's historical, political, sociological and economic trends to selected senior leadership. The position is paid $79,150.

Key responsibilities

• Provide operational contract linguist support for military operations and interpret during interviews, meetings and conferences.
• Transcribe and analyze verbal communications.
• Scan, research and analyze foreign-language documents for key information.
• Supply a variety of translation and interpretation services for Farsi.

Required profile

• U.S. citizen with a current U.S. passport (or apply as soon as accepted into the program).
• Active clearance for access to classified information.
• Willingness to work shifts and extended hours for 24x7 operations.
• Familiarity with and respect for local culture and customs.
• Ability to pass the medical examination and meet MOD15 requirements set by the military.

Required skills

• Excellent command of Persian Farsi and English verbal skills.
• ILR level 3 in the target language and ILR level 3 or 2 in English, based on oral and written examination.

What we offer

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching.
• Educational reimbursement, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options, disability and life insurance, and pet insurance.