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Lockheed Martin

Senior Administrative Assistant

herndon, VA

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Lockheed Martin lists this Senior Administrative Assistant opportunity in herndon, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

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Administrative Assistant IIIStandard Job Description Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security, and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire, and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you!Performs a variety of secretarial and administrative duties for assigned supervisor/manager or senior staff member. Performs normal office functions such as setting up and maintaining alphabetical, numerical and/or subject files; interviewing callers and making proper referrals; arranging meetings and conferences; and receiving, referring, or answering mail. May take and transcribe dictation; uses personal computers and standard desktop software to compose reports, correspondence, and memorandums; reviews drafts and finished documents for appropriate grammatical usage; answers questions relating to office operations and established policies and procedures. May provide guidance and direction, as needed, to lower-level secretaries and other clerical employees.Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented individual looking for a challenging and rewarding role? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same? We're seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant III to join our Space Operations and Analytics (SOA) Programs team in Herndon, VA. As a key member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact by providing top-notch administrative support to our leaders and teams. Your day will be filled with a variety of exciting tasks, including:Managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and arranging travel arrangements to ensure seamless operationsServing as the face of our team, greeting visitors, and connecting them with the right peopleCoordinating events, meetings, and celebrations that bring our team together and foster a sense of communityUtilizing your technical skills to create spreadsheets, presentation charts, and correspondence using the full Microsoft Office SuiteMaintaining accurate and up-to-date records, tracking requirements, and generating status reports to inform our decision-makingWe're looking for a candidate who is a master multi-tasker, able to prioritize effectively and adapt to changing circumstances with ease. You should be a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. If you're a self-motivated individual who is always looking for ways to improve processes and streamline workflows, we want to hear from you!Basic Qualifications:Experience communicating in all mediums (phone, email, text, etc.) with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside clients and customersStrong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Internet research skillsExperience coordinating complex travel arrangements and reconciling expense reportsProject management skills and project coordination experience sufficient to work independently and execute projects with minimal supervisionMust be a United States citizen and be able to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret/SCI w/ poly clearanceDesired Skills:Active Top Secret/SCI w/ poly security clearanceMinimum of 2 years' experience working as an administrative assistantWork experience with Lockheed MartinDegree from an accredited collegeAbility to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretionAbility to multi-task and complete assignments accurately and on time.Self-Motivated and willing to helpAbility to work with wide range of diverse military and civilian customersAbility to learn new systemsProject management skills and project coordination experience sufficient to work independently and execute projects with minimal supervisionMust be a United States citizen and be able to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret/SCI w/ poly clearancePay Information:Full-Time Salary Range: $ - $ At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

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