Administrative Assistant - AFNWC/EN

Akima; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Intelligence, an Akima company, seeks an Administrative Assistant to support AFNWC at Kirtland AFB. You will draft and edit official correspondence, manage calendars, arrange travel per JTR, and maintain records in accordance with Air Force standards.

On-site role supporting the Engineering and Technical Management Directorate. Requirements include a DoD SECRET clearance, a high school diploma or GED, and 2–4 years of relevant experience; a bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active DoD SECRET clearance required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 2–4 years of relevant experience highly preferred.
• Professional communication skills; experience with Air Force Tongue and Quill.
• Organizational acumen to assemble reports and respond to inquiries.
• Strong task management across locations using designated tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and edit official correspondence per Air Force standards; manage routing and suspense dates; handle postal/mail distribution.
• Manage leadership calendars in Outlook; coordinate meetings and logistics.
• Prepare agendas, presentations, and briefing materials; assist with events.
• Arrange travel per JTR and reconcile travel using DTS.
• Track action items and maintain centralized task management; provide status updates.
• Maintain records per AFI 33-322; ensure proper filing and retention.
• Manage phone/email communications and visitor access; monitor office supplies.

Skills

Security clearance

Professional communication

Task management

Organizational acumen

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

DTS

AFRIMS

TMT

Microsoft Office

Job description

In support of the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) Headquarters Management and Administrative Support Services (H-MASS) contract, Systems Intelligence is pleased to deliver management expertise to AFNWC headquarters directorates and provide comprehensive administrative support to AFNWC Senior Leaders. This Administrative Assistant role is located at Kirtland Air Force Base (KAFB) and supports the Engineering and Technical Management Directorate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and edit official correspondence in accordance with Air Force writing standards, ensuring documents are free of grammatical and formatting errors; manage, screen, route, and track all incoming and outgoing correspondence to meet established suspense dates and ensure compliance with classification and handling requirements; accomplish accurate postal/mail distribution support for all internal and external correspondence, ensuring that receipt and delivery of all US Postal Service correspondence is managed in a timely manner, to include the tracking and management of all postal/mail.
• Manage leadership’s calendars in Microsoft Outlook, maintaining accuracy and proactively de-conflicting priorities; coordinate all meeting logistics, including reserving rooms, arranging for audio/visual equipment, and distributing meeting materials at least 24 hours in advance of the event.
• Prepare meeting agendas, presentations, and briefing materials in accordance with established timelines; assist with the planning, coordination, and on-site support of special events, such as conferences and ceremonies.
• Prepare and manage travel arrangements, as requested, for leadership in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR); prepare and reconcile travel authorizations and vouchers using DTS.
• Monitor, track, and follow up on all action items and suspense items using Government-provided tools; ensure taskers are correctly routed, tracked, and closed on time, preventing delays and maintaining accountability; provide regular status updates, respond to information requests, and maintain a centralized task management system.
• Maintain all electronic and paper records in compliance with Air Force Instruction (AFI) 33-322, Records Management, the approved records plan, and all governing directives; and ensure records are properly filed, labeled, stored, and disposed of in accordance with approved retention schedules and assist with records searches and retrievals as required.
• Manage phone and email communications, responding to inquiries within one (1) business day, routing calls, and prioritizing messages as appropriate; coordinate all visitor access with 100% compliance with security protocols, to include pass preparation and escorting; and monitor and order office supplies to ensure adequate stock levels are maintained without interruption to office operations.

Qualifications

• An active DoD SECRET security clearance is required for consideration.
• A High School Diploma or completion of the Tests of General Educational Development (GED).
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is highly preferred. 2-4 years of relevant experience highly preferred.
• Professional Communication – Exceptional written and oral communication skills required. Must have experience with composing, editing, and managing correspondence in accordance with the Air Force Tongue and Quill. Must be able to develop meeting agendas, presentations, and briefing materials for senior executives.
• Organizational Acumen – A thorough understanding of organizational goals, priorities, and policies to effectively assemble reports, respond to inquiries, and resolve challenges.
• Task Management – Proven ability to facilitate and track official taskers across multiple locations using designated management tools, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Demonstrated expertise and operational competence in the following systems and software: Microsoft Office Suite (Work Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Collaboration Platforms (Microsoft Teams, ZoomGov), and Air Force and DoW Systems (Defense Travel System (DTS), Air Force Records Information Management System (AFRIMS), Task Management Tool (TMT)).

Job ID

2026-25940

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Systems Intelligence, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Systems Intelligence, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Systems Intelligence provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Systems Intelligence delivers innovative information technology solutions that evolve and modernize IT infrastructures.

As a Systems Intelligence employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.