Defense and security
Precise. Confidential. Reliable.

Military documentation, security data, and technical specifications – translated with absolute confidentiality for defense and security.

Defense and security
Precise. Confidential. Reliable.

Military documentation, security data, and technical specifications – translated with absolute confidentiality for defense and security.

Language services for defense and security

Professional communication solutions for defense, security, and aerospace

Global security situations and military cooperation require absolutely precise and confidential communication across language and national borders. For over 50 years, KERN has been helping defense organizations, security companies, and aerospace corporations to reliably translate and document security-critical content. Our expertise is aimed at all stakeholders who depend on the highest level of confidentiality, technical precision, and standardized documentation.

Security companies and security

Threat data, security protocols, and reports – confidentially prepared for efficient defense and secure international cooperation.

Defense and military institutions

Deployment plans, strategic reports, and military documentation – accurately translated for successful international cooperation.

Aerospace and system suppliers

Technical documentation in accordance with S1000D and standards – created in compliance with regulations for safe system use and regulatory compliance.

Authorities and clients

Contracts, records, and verified technical documentation – prepared in a legally compliant manner for smooth project execution and approvals.

Language services for defense and security – we are happy to advise you

Are you interested in translation or interpreting services in the field of defense and security?

Translation requirements in the security and defense sector

Defense and security combine the highest technical complexity with strict confidentiality and security requirements. Mechanical engineering combines maximum technical complexity with strict safety requirements and international quality standards. Our focus is on the following areas:

What we translate for you

Security-critical content for defense, security, and aerospace

From threat analyses and deployment plans to technical specifications: We translate all key content relating to military and security-related processes – accurately, confidentially, and in accordance with standards.

Security and cybersicherheit

The security sector encompasses security-critical tasks in which precise and confidential communication is crucial. Our language processing solutions help you efficiently translate multilingual threat data and securely manage sensitive documents.

What we translate:

  • Contracts and agreements in the security environment
  • Security logs and incident reports
  • Multilingual threat data and analysis
  • Speech data and transcripts for safety-critical applications

Special features:

  • Precise, context-sensitive translation of security-critical content
  • Secure management of confidential documents and threat data
  • Consistent terminology for international security cooperation
  • Strengthening defense mechanisms through high-quality speech data

Defense and military documentation

Military operations require the highest precision and reliability in communication. Our language services meet the specific and complex requirements of military projects and international cooperation.

What we translate:

  • Deployment plans and strategic reports
  • Technical documentation for military equipment
  • Operating instructions and maintenance logs
  • Technical specifications and system documentation

Special features:

  • Military translations with the highest level of accuracy
  • Interpreting services with security clearance for confidential meetings
  • Adaptation of technical content to the application environment and user groups
  • Consideration of military terminology and NATO standards

Aerospace and technical documentation

As a full-service specialist, we offer technical documentation with many years of experience in military projects. Our technical editors have in-depth knowledge of the navy, air force, army, vehicle technology, IT, and telecommunications systems.

What we translate:

  • Structured technical documentation according to S1000D™ (ASD, ATA, NATO)
  • Operating instructions and maintenance manuals
  • Technical specifications and system documentation
  • Documentation according to GAMA Specification, S2000M, Simplified Technical English

Special features:

  • Created in accordance with relevant standards: S1000D™, S2000M, H011, M011, GAF T.O. A01, ANSI Z535
  • Fully verified documentation for legally compliant handover to clients
  • Ensuring regulatory compliance and completeness of information
  • Professional corporate image through standardized documentation

Professional corporate image through standardized documentation

Defense projects require extensive contractual and regulatory documentation. We translate all relevant documents in a legally compliant manner and with consistent terminology for international project partners and clients.

What we translate:

  • Contracts and legal agreements
  • Minutes and meeting documents
  • Official release documents and approvals
  • Project documentation and status reports

Special features:

  • Legally compliant translation of contractual and regulatory content
  • Consistent terminology across all project phases
  • Confidential handling of sensitive information
  • Adaptation to national and international legal frameworks

Additional language services for defense and security

Comprehensive support for your security-critical communications

KERN’s activities are not limited to the translation of tourism documents, but also include comprehensive support for foreign-language communication in the tourism and hospitality sector.

Information sheet Technical documentation in the military, naval and aviation sectors

The technical editors at KERN have the necessary specialist knowledge of the navy, air force and army and are familiar with the specific requirements of the military in the field of technical documentation. In addition, the experts at KERN have comprehensive technological knowledge, including in the fields of automotive engineering, IT and telecommunications systems, and navigation.

Maximum safety meets standard-compliant quality

Defense and security require not only linguistic precision, but also absolute confidentiality and compliance with international standards. KERN works in accordance with established standards such as S1000D™, S2000M, Simplified Technical English, and other industry-specific standards.

With many years of experience, specialized staff, and certified processes, we ensure that your security-critical content is protected and processed reliably at all times.

FAQs about our language services for defense and security

Frequently asked questions and answers

You will find answers to the most important questions about our language services for defense and security here shortly.

KERN provides specialized translations and language services for the defense and security sector — for example, for operational plans, security-related documentation, technical manuals, and confidential reports.

Documents in this field often contain sensitive, security-related, or technical content — only with sound technical terminology, precision, and confidentiality can risks and misunderstandings be reliably avoided.

Services include translation of security-critical documents, interpreting services (including those requiring security clearance), localization of security-related content, and translations into strategically important languages such as Arabic, Russian, and Chinese.

KERN uses modern IT security standards, encrypted data transmission, and a GDPR-compliant infrastructure to ensure security, confidentiality, and data protection – ideal for sensitive or confidential content.

The service is suitable for military organizations, security companies, government agencies, cybersecurity companies, and aerospace companies — anywhere where precise, confidential, and multilingual communication is required.

Yes — with specialist translators, a large language network, and modern processes, KERN can also handle extensive documentation for international assignments or collaborations in multiple languages.

In addition to technical and linguistic expertise, we offer additional security and confidentiality standards, a broad language portfolio, and experience with security-critical content — ensuring that your documents are processed professionally and securely.