Job Details

Overview

Torden LLC is seeking a part-time, on-call, qualified, experienced professional Japanese Interpreter to support a two-week training exercise, starting in Spring 2026, to Fall 2026. The interpreter must be able to provide consecutive interpretation for Japanese Defense Force sailors participating in the exercise, as such knowledge and understanding of military and naval terminology is preferred. The interpreter must be flexible and willing to work long days to support the training schedule. The interpreter must be willing and able to adhere to a rigorous training schedule, which may require standing or sitting for long periods of time. Training may encompass realistic scenarios. The interpreter must be flexible and able to adapt to changing environments according to the training schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive interpretation for Japanese-speaking personnel during training exercises.
• Interpret on-demand for meetings and impromptu conversations related to training activities.
• Translate and interpret using strong understanding of military and naval terminology.
• Adapt to changing environments and schedules; participate in long or irregular hours as required by the training program.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass an interpretation skills assessment test for Japanese to English and English to Japanese at a minimum score of 3, based on ILR standards.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct accurate translation, transcription, and interpretation.
• Typing and computer skills.
• Strong understanding and vocabulary in military and naval terminology.
• Must be able to commute to Joint Base Pearl Harbor.
• Ability to think quickly and work in a professional atmosphere as part of a team.

Security Requirements

• Must have an active Department of Defense security clearance, at a minimum an active SECRET clearance.
• Must be able to pass a counterintelligence (CI) focused screening interview.
• Must be willing to undergo a background investigation.
• U.S. Citizenship.

* Federal requirements mandate that all applicants for this position must be U.S. citizens. Priority will be given to applicants with active security clearances and recent CI interviews.