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Sr. Administrative Assistant

AeroVironment
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Jul 2026

About the role

Worker Type

Regular


Job Description

 

Summary

The Sr. Administrative Assistant provides analytical and specialized and high-level administrative support to relieve executive, administrative and line managers of complex details and advanced administrative duties. In this role, one provides daily administrative tasks to support a specialized function(s) of the organization. 

 

Position Responsibilities 

  • Scheduling meetings and coordinate meeting logistics, including luncheons 

  • Documenting technical meetings and follow up on action items/commitments 

  • Working jointly with project leads to ensure proper information and documentation transfer throughout the life of a project 

  • Preparing and tracking Purchase Requisitions 

  • Contacts company personnel at all organizational levels to gather information and prepare reports, while maintaining confidentiality 

  • Coordinates activities between departments and outside parties 

  • Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice 

  • Work with diverse group of employees to assist on projects as assigned by line managers 

  • Planning company functions and appreciation activities 

  • Overseeing the work of service/supply vendors 

  • Escorting visitors/contractors through the building in compliance with Security policy 

  • Special projects as assigned 

 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) 

  • Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a fast-paced, hands-on, employee facing office environment.  Manufacturing environment experience preferred. 

  • High School diploma or GED Equivalent is required or equivalent combination of experience and education 

  • Experienced in researching, organizing and coordinating multiple clerical projects within tight deadlines 

  • Experienced and proficient with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams). 

  • Previous experience working in aerospace industry is desired 

 

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies 

  • Consistently demonstrates effective communication skills – written and verbal 

  • Maintains a professional demeanor with a high level of customer service 

  • Consistent in demonstrating sound organization, prioritization, multi-tasking and planning skills while efficiently prioritizing workload 

  • Skilled at follow-up/follow-through while maintaining professionalism 

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Company

AeroVironment

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