DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing photonic engine technology for government and commercial spanets, including defense and security, quantum information sciences, life sciences, and industrial process control. As a laser technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered mo
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Senior Executive Assistant
Job Description:

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing photonic engine technology for government and commercial spanets, including defense and security, quantum information sciences, life sciences, and industrial process control. As a laser technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company. Daylight laser solutions span the full spectrum from UV to visible to NIR to mid-IR.

 

At DRS Daylight Solutions, you will be eligible for competitive pay, great benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, 9/80 work schedule, and Tuition Assistance. Our Daylight family-oriented culture allows you to receive hands-on training, professional development, career advancement and exposure to the latest and greatest technology, where our motto is "To protect with Light". Come join the family!

 

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Senior Executive Administrative Assistant with executive presence to provide comprehensive support to our SVP/General Manager and select members of executive team. The ideal candidate will have exceptional multi-tasking and relationship management skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with utmost discretion.

Job Responsibilities
  • Manage and maintain schedules, including appointments, meetings, and travel arrangement (domestic and international), expense report processing and reimbursement
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external communications on behalf of SVP/GM
  • Coordinate and organize executive, all-hands, Sr. Leadership meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items
  • Assist and/or lead special projects and special event(s) as required, ensuring all tasks and details are completed accurately, on time and on budget
  • Be the eyes and ears of the company culture, providing insights and feedback to the executive team to help foster a positive and productive work environment
  • Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents as needed
  • Liaise and interface with other executives and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication and workflow
  • Use executive presence to obtain what is needed from members of the executive team effectively and efficiently
  • Exercise discretion and independent judgment in assisting Senior Executive(s)
  • Work under limited direction, using high-level of initiative and problem-solving skills to determine and develop an approach to solutions
  • Consistently work on complex assignments requiring action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues  
  • Act independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments
  • Provide resolutions to an adverse range of complex problems
  • Give recommendations and feedback to improve the administrative process
  • Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
The Ideal Candidate Should Have
  • Proven experience as Senior Executive Assistant, preferably supporting C- level executives
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • The capability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated the ability to make independent judgement
  • Expert skills with Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint
  • A high level of proficiency in Excel, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams  
  • The capacity to perform other duties as required
Qualifications
  • Associate’s degree or 10+ years equivalent combination of education and experience in Business Administration or related field
  • Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to make independent judgment
  • Expert skills with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures
  • Team player, ability to work independently while meeting deadlines, handles a high volume of work

 

The expected pay scale for this position is $35.56/hour - $53.16/hour.  Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, DRS Daylight Solutions considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and spanet and business considerations.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  LI-SF1 INDDAY

 

Company Details
DRS Technologies
12930 Worldgate Drive
Suite 200
Herndon, Virginia 20170 USA
www.drs.com
299 Open Jobs Available
DRS Technologies, A Finmeccanica Company, provides leading edge products and services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Focused on defense electronics, we develop and manufacture a broad range of mission critical systems and components...

Benefits:
Wherever you are in your career – just starting out or a seasoned professional – your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. DRS is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive program of benefits with a focus on overall well being. Our program includes health, life, disability and retirement plans. It is designed with flexibility so that you can choose the plans or coverage levels that best meet your personal and your family‘s needs. Choices range from plan option, to in- or out-of-network provider access, to an array of voluntary plans from which to choose.
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Job Info
Location
San Diego, California, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
DRS Technologies
12930 Worldgate Drive
Suite 200
Herndon, Virginia 20170 USA
www.drs.com
299 Open Jobs Available
DRS Technologies, A Finmeccanica Company, provides leading edge products and services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Focused on defense electronics, we develop and manufacture a broad range of mission critical systems and components...

Benefits:
Wherever you are in your career – just starting out or a seasoned professional – your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. DRS is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive program of benefits with a focus on overall well being. Our program includes health, life, disability and retirement plans. It is designed with flexibility so that you can choose the plans or coverage levels that best meet your personal and your family‘s needs. Choices range from plan option, to in- or out-of-network provider access, to an array of voluntary plans from which to choose.

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