Full-Time

Executive Administrative Support III

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General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense products and services

Cybersecurity
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$102k - $138kAnnually

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

McLean, VA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in McLean, Virginia.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Executive Support
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph clearance
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience working within the IC
  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience as an administrative professional; or a minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant experience as an administrative professional
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated experience in writing/editing correspondence and briefings for senior executives
  • Demonstrated ability to manage the workflow of multiple critical issues within a continuously adapting schedule
  • Expert proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook)
  • Demonstrated excellence in diplomatic, organizational, time management, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
  • Serves as primary Point of Contact (POC) for the office and provides administrative support to 1-2 designated SEs by performing a variety of complex and routine administrative duties in compliance with written and oral guidance and policies
  • Interacts with high-ranking officials within the agency and throughout the IC, the Congress, the White House, and the private sector
  • Prepares, contributes and/or provides substantive review of an extensive volume of written and oral materials
  • Performs multiple critical and time-sensitive tasks simultaneously
  • Coordinates with component divisions to assure alignment with key component priorities within ODNI and the IC
  • Oversees and coordinates with component staff the development of read-ahead materials and briefing books to prepare senior executives for meetings, conferences, and other public events
  • Plans, develops, and provides substantive briefings, presentations, reports, and other materials to inform senior leadership and other stakeholders on topics of interest
  • Vets incoming correspondence, summarizes/highlights key issues or topics, and follows up to ensure proper and timely response
  • Maintains a schedule of appointments that involves determining the importance of issues for each meeting and following protocol procedures for contacting principals
  • Assists with timekeeping and updating HR systems by serving as element Timekeeper
  • Prepares regular (e.g., weekly) status reports to keep the SE apprised of important issues
  • Prepare meeting agendas, record meeting minutes, noting those actions that require follow-up, and disseminate to element staff, attendees/participants and other recipients for awareness and/or action
  • Track incoming tasks actions and update element task action tracking systems
  • Arrange domestic and foreign travel, compose travel cables and assist with processing travel vouchers
  • Assist in coordinating project/events, including planning and coordinating multiple presentations, disseminating information, and organizing team events
  • Prepare to host visitors, coordinate parking, pass security clearances and escort uncleared visitors
  • Update and maintain records, files and other documents/materials (electronic or in hard copy)
  • Back up support is provided within component divisions as needed
Desired Qualifications
  • Demonstrated ability to develop a professional network across organizational boundaries and at all levels
  • Ten (10) years of progressively senior administrative expertise working directly for management at the CEO, SIS/SES/SNIS, VP level

General Dynamics operates in the aerospace and defense sector, providing essential products and services for national and global security through four main divisions: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace division manufactures high-performance business jets, while Marine Systems focuses on advanced naval vessels. Combat Systems produces land and amphibious combat vehicles and weapons, and Technologies offers IT services and cybersecurity solutions. The company stands out by integrating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems into its offerings, aiming to lead in defense technology evolution.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$29.2M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1952

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What believers are saying

  • U.S. Space Force's $10M funding boosts General Dynamics' space-based defense capabilities.
  • GDIT's $5.6B Air Force contract enhances secure global information sharing solutions.
  • Gulfstream's contract with U.S. Air Force indicates strong demand for aerospace services.

What critics are saying

  • Data breach exposes vulnerabilities in General Dynamics' cybersecurity measures.
  • Increased competition from Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman in defense spending.
  • Reliance on antimony poses supply chain risks amid geopolitical tensions.

What makes General Dynamics unique

  • General Dynamics excels in integrating AI and autonomous systems into defense products.
  • The company offers a diverse portfolio across aerospace, marine, combat, and technology sectors.
  • Gulfstream jets set industry standards for performance and luxury in business aviation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget