Senior Administrative Assistant

The Aerospace Corporation, a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), partners with the nation’s space programs to deliver solutions across satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial customers.

• Execute complex calendar, meeting, and event planning, ensuring strategic scheduling and conflict resolution.
• Prioritize critical issues and information to support efficient decision‑making for leadership.
• Act as a trusted partner and representative for the General Manager, fostering collaboration across Aerospace Enterprise Services and senior leaders.
• Enhance division processes and systems to drive organization, efficiency, and industry‑leading best practices.
• Oversee coordination of employee support, including office space management, onboarding, timesheet administration, training requirements, and supply/equipment procurement.
• Provide input on GM/Division‑level activities, ensuring effective communication, coordination, and follow‑up.
• Coordinate and facilitate special projects, tracking action items and deliverables.
• Coordinate division, corporate, and customer reports, deliverables, and organizational charts (compile, edit, publish).
• Arrange travel coordination, logistics, and expense reporting for leadership.
• Collaborate with admins across the division and corporation to enhance efficiency and consistency.
• Lead by training and mentoring admins, demonstrating professionalism, team collaboration, technical expertise, and leadership consistent with the company's values.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent (minimum requirement).
• Advanced administrative skills, including project coordination, strategic execution, organization, and detail orientation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Excel) and capable of rapid technology adoption.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills: leadership, collaboration, resiliency, strategic thinking, problem‑solving, emotional intelligence, judgment, business acumen, and decision‑making.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and anticipate organizational needs.
• Capability to handle sensitive and personnel‑related information appropriately and support sensitive management functions.
• Independent self‑starter with the ability to work cooperatively in a team to initiate activities, resolve issues, and deliver innovative solutions within timelines.
• Top Secret/SSBI/SCI security clearance (issued by the U.S. government) and U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance.

This is an hourly position. The grade‑based pay range is $37.44 – $56.16. Individual salaries within that range are determined by education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans; paid holidays, sick time, and vacation; standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options; 401(k) plan with company match and vesting upon hire; flexible spending accounts; variable pay program; relocation assistance; professional growth and development programs; education assistance programs; and an inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

Outstanding performance may result in variable pay and professional advancement opportunities.

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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