Administrative Assistant

Job Overview An administrative assistant provides support to one or more departments by handling a variety of administrative tasks to include managing calendars, scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, arranging travel, preparing documents and reports, maintaining files and records, and assisting with other general office duties. Potential multi-site support as needed. Essential Functions Day-to-day administrative tasks, as well as assisting with special projects as assignedMakes travel arrangements for employees, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportationEnters and manages data in spreadsheets, databases, and other software toolsCoordinates and schedules appointments, vendor visits, material delivery, meetings, and conference calls for staff and managementOrders and manages office supplies, equipment, and ensuring that necessary materials are available to staffTracks and processes expense reports, invoices, and reimbursementsSupports new employee onboarding and workspace set upReceives and distributes incoming mailDevelops forms, reports, correspondence and other documents as necessaryMaintains organized filing systems and ensuring proper documentation of recordsCoordinates and monitors all aspects of administrative workflow with minimal supervisionPerforms other related duties as necessary or assigned Standard Essential Functions Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture. Qualifications And Competencies Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task under tight deadlinesAbility to handle sensitive/confidential informationAbility to work well in a team environmentAbility to multitask and prioritize tasks effectivelyIndependent thinking and good judgementAttention to detail and accuracy in record keepingAbility to work quickly and proficiently to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracyExcellent Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and OutlookProper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuationStandard office administrative practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment Education / Certifications High school diploma or equivalent education required Experience Minimum 3 years administrative experienceExperience working in aerospace technology and/or government contractor firms a plus Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is: Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipmentFrequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time. Security Clearance Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required. Disclaimer AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. About AEVEX AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia. AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees. Equal Employment Opportunity AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.