Taiwanese Cultural and Language Advisor PART-TIME (Linguistics Analyst 4)- 22118

Requisition Number: 22118 

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $93,413.00 - $160,000.00 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain  

Level of Experience: Senior HI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072 

Job Description

HII- Mission Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Taiwanese Cultural and Language Advisor (Part-Time) to support security cooperation efforts. This role requires native proficiency in Taiwanese (Hokkien) and Mandarin Chinese, strong English skills, and U.S. citizenship. The advisor will act as a liaison between U.S. and Taiwanese stakeholders, providing expert-level translation, interpretation, and cultural insight while analyzing conversational sentiment. Candidates must have experience in multicultural environments and possess the ability to navigate complex cultural and linguistic nuances.
 

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Translate, interpret and analyze oral and written material such as sensitive reports, data, briefings and conversations. Provide translation in written or oral form. Analyze data for coded patterns of information. Interpret data for information for a range of deductions encompassing breadth of subjects.
• Serve as a primary liaison between U.S. and Taiwanese stakeholders, ensuring clear, accurate, and culturally sensitive communication.
• Conduct real-time interpretation (spoken) and translation (written) between Taiwanese, Mandarin, and English, ensuring fidelity to both language and intent.
• Analyze conversational sentiment, tone, and context to ensure effective communication.
• Provide insights and advice on navigating Taiwanese cultural, political, and business environments.
• Facilitate meetings, negotiations, and engagements by bridging linguistic and cultural gaps between U.S. and Taiwanese teams.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of Taiwanese import forms and other trade-related documentation to ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Monitor and report on key developments in Taiwanese society, politics, and business to inform strategic decisions.
• Develop and deliver cultural training and briefing materials for U.S. personnel engaging with Taiwanese counterparts.
• Familiarity with Taiwanese business culture, regulatory frameworks, and trade compliance processes.
   

Minimum Qualifications

• 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
• Native fluency in Taiwanese (Hokkien) and Mandarin Chinese, with strong proficiency in English.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and translate complex concepts across Taiwanese, Mandarin, and English languages while maintaining cultural and contextual accuracy.
• Deep understanding of Taiwanese culture, societal norms, government structures, and conversational dynamics.
• Proven experience in cross-cultural liaison roles, with an emphasis on communication and relationship-building.
• Strong analytical skills for assessing conversational sentiment, tone, and intent in both English and Taiwanese.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Clearance- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Familiarity with Taiwanese business culture, regulatory frameworks, and trade compliance processes.
• Experience supporting U.S.-Taiwan trade operations, or international business initiatives.
• Knowledge of U.S. Department of Defense security cooperation policies and procedures.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.