Russian/Ukrainian Linguist - Travel (2026-0190)

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 Russian/Ukrainian 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 interpretation services. Testing Requirements: Translation Assessment: 4 in Russian, 3 accepted in Ukrainian; Speaking/Listening/Reading: 5/5/5 in Russian, 3+/3+/3+ in Ukrainian RESPONSIBILITIES Linguists will provide translations and summaries on various topics.

Linguists must be comfortable with oral interpretation on various topics. Linguists must be comfortable doing long technical translations. Linguists must be willing to work anywhere in the WMA. Linguists must be willing to travel several times per year with trips lasting one month or longer . REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph Bachelor’s degree required.

Master’s degree desired. PhD degree desired. Three years minimum of work as a professional translator or interpreter within the last 5 years or recently completed M.A. degree in Translation or Interpretation Translation into English and source language(s) Editing of written products Summarizing/Gisting while drawing upon linguistic or cultural expertise.

Translation Related Services Interpretation between English and source language(s) Must pass customer testing ILR Level 4-5 in Russian and ILR Level 3+ or higher in Ukrainian. DESIRED ADDITIONAL TRAINING OR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Desired additional skills: Consecutive note taking, conference interpreting, editing, translation quality control (QC).

Human language Technology (HLT) CAT tools (e.g. Lilt, MS Suite etc.) Desired professional Association Memberships Professional associations, such as ATA, AIIC, TAALS, NAJIT, IAPTI, NCHIHC, etc.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Subject Matter Expertise in areas of Counterterrorism, Cyber and Science and Technology Triage The hourly pay rate for this position will range from $65.58 - $105.64. ABOUT 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 TRANSPARANCY 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.