Leidos is seeking highly qualified and experienced Pashto Linguist to support our National Security Programs. This role requires advanced linguistic capabilities and cultural knowledge to support a wide range of mission-critical activities.
Primary Responsibilities:
As a Pashto Linguist linguist, you will engage in the full range of language services - bringing expertise to translation, interpretation, transcription, summarization, and analysis” Or “Step into the role of a linguist where you’ll apply your skills across the entire spectrum of language services -from translating and interpreting to transcribing, summarizing, and analyzing complex content. Key duties include but not limited to:
Translation
Accurately translate written materials in both electronic and hard-copy formats.
Convey not only factual content but also nuanced meaning and implied context.
Capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural references effectively.
Use terminology and expression consistent with subject matter norms in the target language.
Interpretation
Provide accurate consecutive interpretation; occasional simultaneous interpretation may be required.
Demonstrate understanding of one or more Korean regional dialects.
Transcription
Review audio and internet-based materials.
Transcribe with high levels of accuracy and fidelity to the original content.
Produce clear, well-written English-language reports
Gisting and Summarization
Identify and summarize key facts and abstract concepts accurately.
Prioritize and extract critical information from large datasets.
Use reference materials effectively to support quality output.
Technical Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research tools is required.
Experience with HLT (Human Language Technology), CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools, Language Learning Model (LLM) is highly desired.
Qualifications:
Language Required: Pashto (fluent) and English (fluent)
Education Bachelor’s degree with 4 – 8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2 – 6 years of prior relevant experience.(Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)
Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional language-related experience in the field of translation, interpretation, and transcription.
Must successfully complete a Leidos-administered language proficiency test or equivalent at the Primary level or higher within six months of hire
Security Clearance:
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required to begin work
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience supporting contingency operations as a deployed linguist.
Candidates must pass language proficiency testing.
Familiarity with the U.S. Intelligence Community, military operations, or law enforcement environments.
Additional language proficiency is strongly preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats in English and Target Language.
Additional Information:
Occasional Travel OCONUS may be required.
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July 13, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 48,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
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