Administrative Assistant

Job Advanced WidgetClearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain: None U.S. Person Required: Yes Travel Percentage: Less than 10% Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess: None U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes Is Relocation Available: No Job DescriptionThis position will support Integrated Operations, Program Management, Purchasing, Planning, Logistics and Engineering by handling a variety of administrative functions, assigned projects, and tasks. Assists with assigned projects and clerical duties including: Filing, copying, document processing, developing and maintaining logs, taking and distributing meeting minutes, sorting and distributing mail. Develops and follows sound office practices. Assists with administrative functions including: arranging for travel/accommodations, training and departmental meetings. Assists Purchasing/ Facilities/Operations with purchases (P-card, Coupa, overhead supplies including office supplies and parts/material needs). Coordinates and schedules business meetings and assists with preparation of presentations as required. Uses general office and specialized software systems (i.e. MS Office, PowerPoint, MS Project, Outlook, internal email system, etc.) to communicate and maintain calendars, schedules, reports, memos, databases, appointment reminders, etc. Demonstrates good judgment in problem-solving, including the ability to delegate/redirect to the appropriate department, level, and/or person. Maintains complete confidentiality and exercises discretion. Performs other duties, consistent with the position, as required or assigned. The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Office Environment Extensive computer usage Some lifting May require the use of safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. All employees must agree to comply with published safety policies. Required Education, Experience, & SkillsHigh School Diploma or equivalent. Three (3) years + of directly related administrative/office/clerical experience. Must be computer literate in wordprocessing, databases, and spreadsheets. Uses general office and specialized software systems (i.e. MS Office, PowerPoint, MS Project, Outlook, internal email system, etc.) Ability to deal with extremely confidential material without disclosing information to anyone without the need to know. Highly organized and capable of handling multiple priorities with minimal supervision. Highly effective communication skills, both written and verbal with a positive customer focused demeanor. Ability to recognize and protect confidential information. Comfortable working with a group of approximately thirty (30) employees, all levels. Preferred Education, Experience, & SkillsThree+ years of directly related administrative/office/clerical experience. Experience in a Technical/Manufacturing/Production environment desirable MS office suite Highly organized Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $50277 - $80443 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems Platforms & ServicesBAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repairjust to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.