Executive Assistant

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate meetings, manage schedules, make appointments, arrange travel, oversee team expense reports, screen and delegate incoming calls/emails, and provide other general assistance as required
• Perform potentially confidential and complex administrative duties involving Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint including, typing letters, creating/updating spreadsheets, and compiling presentations
• Exhibit a strong attention to detail, ability to adapt to daily schedules and routines, and a focus on efficiency without sacrificing quality
• Provide project management and maintain momentum on high-priority projects, including but not limited to, staffing and resource planning, onboarding new department members, space planning, and strategy development for efficiencies among teams
• Organize and set up department events

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of professional experience in an administrative role, OR 6+ years of professional experience in an administrative role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience supporting a high-level executive in a fast-paced, start-up environment
• Experience as an executive assistant
• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Office applications and project management software tools
• Several years of professional experience and strong computer literacy
• Ability to participate in developing project scope, managing project schedules, and following up with stakeholders appropriately
• Superior organizational skills including excellent written and verbal communication
• Initiative in resolving problems and an independent worker, with enthusiasm and an energetic approach to work
• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and autonomously

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is based in Washington, DC and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
• Must be willing to travel to other company sites, vendors, and customers as necessary
• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
 
Pay range:

Executive Assistant: $75,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year                   

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.