Linguist I

As a Signals Intelligence Voice Interceptor, you’ll use your skills as a linguist to identify, categorize, translate, and summarize foreign language communications from a specific location. You’ll also operate and oversee signals equipment used in signals intelligence operations. You’ll learn the intelligence skills needed to conduct military briefings and tip the appropriate authorities when needed. This role is important because the nation’s defense depends largely on information that comes from foreign languages. Requirements U.S. Citizen 17 to 34 Years Old High School Diploma or GED Meet Tattoo Guidelines No Major Law Violations No Medical Concerns Testing & Certifications 42 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available 10 weeks of Basic Training 5 to 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training 85 or above on the Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB) (active duty only) 101 ASVAB

• Skilled Technical (ST)
• can bypass DLAB with an ST score of 129 or above 36-64 weeks of education at the Defense Foreign Language Institute required if Soldier is not fluent in a foreign language Skills Youll Learn Foreign Communications Translating & Reporting Detection & Analysis