SCA Foreign Language Translator (Spanish)
Core
Spanish linguist performing real-time monitoring, translation, and transcription of intercepted communications and legal documents for government clients.
Role type
Senior IC foreign language translator/transcriber
Builds
Verbatim transcripts, English translations, and gist summaries of intercepted audio/video and written materials
Domain
Intelligence/Law Enforcement + Linguistics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Spanish (native/near-native fluency), English (native/near-native fluency), verbatim transcription, translation, listening comprehension, reading comprehension, slang/colloquialism identification, typing (40+ wpm), secret security clearance eligibility
Preferred skills
Degree in Spanish or related foreign language
Technologies
T2S2 systems, recording/playback equipment, digital media storage
Responsibilities
Listen to and summarize intercepted communications in real-time, translate and transcribe audio/video and written documents, validate accuracy of transcripts against source media, maintain slang/code lists, manage digital file storage and administrative documentation
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC