Mandarin Linguist (TS/SCI with Polygraph REQUIRED) Job at General Dynamics Information Technology, Chantilly, Loudoun County, VA

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  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Chantilly, Loudoun County, VA

Job Description

Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.

Job Description

GDIT is seeking an expert-level Mandarin linguist to support our operations in a key area of interest. As a critical member of our team, you will leverage your exceptional language skills and cultural expertise to translate complex documents, facilitate communication during high-stakes meetings, and provide nuanced analysis to inform strategic decision-making. In this exciting opportunity, you will contribute your linguistic expertise to drive our mission forward, working collaboratively with a dynamic team of professionals in a fast-paced, challenging environment.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Translate operational documents with high accuracy

  • Provide in-person, real time translations to facilitate communication

  • Ensure language barriers do not hinder effective communication

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, management and outside stakeholders

  • Provide cultural insights and context to teams to help navigate cultural and linguistic nuances

Requirements: 

  • Demonstrated fluency in Mandarin language skills including speaking, reading and writing

  • Professional translation experience and the ability to live-translate with native fluency

  • Experience translating documents with technical themes

  • Meticulous attention to detail, with the ability to deliver highly accurate translations and interpretations

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience working on the China topic

  • Experience with technical topics

Work Environment:

  • Chantilly, VA

  • Short term travel may be required as needed.

Education Requirement:

  • BA/BS (or equivalent experience)


GDIT Is your Place:

  • 401K with company match

  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages

  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

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#OpportunityOwned

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#WeAreGDIT

#GDITEnhanced2025

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

10 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Job Tags

Temporary work,

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