Scaled Composites is seeking an administrative assistant to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The administrative assistant will provide support for the company by performing a variety of administrative and clerical tasks such as managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, maintaining records, and handling general office duties. 

Category: Shared Services

Location: Mojave, CA

Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship

Clearance Type: None

Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule

Benefits: 100% Paid Benefits and 401k Matching 

 

Summary: 

Founded by legendary aircraft designer Burt Rutan, Scaled Composites is a 41-year-old aerospace company continually working to push boundaries, prove out ideas, and influence the future. We are a rapid prototyping and manufacturing facility, designing, building, and testing proof-of-concept and prototype vehicles. We have flown an average of one new aircraft type per year over our 41-year history such as Proteus, GlobalFlyer, SpaceShipOne, Model 401, and Stratolaunch.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Manage and maintain calendars and efficiently schedule appointments and meetings. Perform data entry tasks accurately and prepare reports. Process documents including copying, scanning and faxing. Provide back-up support for various roles (i.e. Travel Coordinator, Front Desk Reception, etc.).Other general office duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal and ability to work well with a wide variety of personalities across all departments.Ability to work autonomously, as well as in a team environment.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.Good analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.Familiarity with Microsoft Teams and computer troubleshooting.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent.Experience working in a matrix reporting environment with a fast-paced workflow.

Essential Functions:

Requires mobility and the ability to bend and reachMay infrequently require lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling materials weighing up to 30 pounds.Manual dexterity and coordination are required; repetitive hand motion (e.g., to operate computer keyboard)Vision at close distances and the ability to adjust focus for prolonged periods (i.e., computer screen)Ability to remain sedentary or stationary for prolonged periods of timeAbility to write for extended periods of timeAbility to work in an office setting for prolonged periods of timeMay be asked to carry up to 20 lbs. up and down a flight of stairs on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc.Occasional reaching overhead and lifting up to 15 poundsAbility to converse and communicate information with othersOccasional exposure to chemical vapors and/or fumes in low non-hazardous concentrationPotential to climb up and down steps on a daily basisMust be able to read and understand SDS