SDS Administrative Assistant 4 - 15592

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

 

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an Administrative Assistant 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in support of the Sentinel Program. This position will be located in Colorado Springs, CO or Huntsville, AL.

What You’ll Get to Do: 

The successful candidate will be a vital member of the team and perform in an administrative leadership role. The Administrative Assistant will be performing normal office functions including, but not limited to: 

• Providing support to multiple directors, including  
• Scheduling internal and external meetings 
• Coordinating calendars, travel arrangements, expense reports and all forms of correspondence 
• Receiving, referring or answering emails 
• Prepare, proofread, and distribute organizational announcements 
• Facilitating presentations in directors’ meetings 
• Performing office functions, including (but not limited to):  
• Maintaining various forms / files / folders / access lists 
• Arranging meetings and conferences 
• Facilitating program meetings (all hands, lunch and learns, and customer visits). 
• Maintaining supplies;  
• Receiving, referring, or answering mail. 
• Office seating coordination with facilities 
• Recording and distribution of meeting minutes 
• Communicating with executive, administrative and management personnel to gather or convey relevant information 
• Answering questions related to office operations, established policies, procedures, and procedures 
• Completing requirements in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment. 

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or higher and a minimum of 6+ years of experience providing Administrative or Executive support. 
• Advanced Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). 
• Ability to work with minimal supervision. 
• Demonstrated outstanding verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to be an exceptional team player, interface well at all levels in the organization 
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance. 
• Ability to protect and maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Proficiency in business and travel expense system Concur (or similar) with complex, frequently changing travel. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple administrative projects and initiatives. 
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to be collaborative, proactive, self-mot