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Foreign Language Interpreter/translation: Chinese

CACI
Fairfax, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026
Foreign Language Interpreter/translation: Chinese

Job Category: Language Services

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Outside Continental US

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Overview
CACI is seeking highly skilled Chinese polyglots with an active TS/SCI clearance and adjudicated polygraph to join our mission-focused team in Fairfax, VA. As a linguist professional, you will use your language expertise to support critical government operations, working on projects that have a direct national security impact.

Required Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated polygraph

  • Ability to pass an advanced English proficiency test

  • Ability to achieve ILR Level 3 or higher on target language translation test (Korean)

  • Minimum of 3 years professional experience in translation, transcription, and/or interpretation

  • In-depth knowledge of the geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural context of Korean-speaking regions

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet-based research tools

Language Requirement

  • Chinese (native or near-native proficiency)

Key Responsibilities

  • Translate and/or transcribe intermediate to advanced-level materials (technical manuals, foreign periodicals, audio files) into accurate, grammatically correct American English

  • Provide simultaneous and consecutive interpretation for a variety of mission-related situations

  • Analyze and report on translated material to support operational objectives

  • Conduct quality control reviews of work performed by junior linguists

  • Maintain and update databases of translated materials

  • Review intercepted data to determine operational relevance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

  • Previous military experience

  • Familiarity with one or more Korean regional dialects

  • Strong skills in both consecutive and simultaneous interpretation

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of 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 employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$86,600 - $181,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Salary : $86,600 - $181,800

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