Senior Administrative Assistant

Leonardo DRS; United States; Hybrid; USD 49,624 - 64,511; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support to Senior Leadership at our Bridgeton, MO facility. This role has the option for a hybrid working pattern and requires an organized, detail-oriented individual capable of managing diverse priorities.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in managing executive schedules, travel arrangements, and meetings. Additional benefits include healthcare and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in progressively responsible office duties.
• Ability to anticipate executive needs and exercise sound judgment.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to management and department.
• Manage calendars and coordinate meetings.
• Arrange domestic and international travel.
• Prepare and reconcile expense reports accurately.
• Draft, edit, and format professional communications.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Interpersonal communication

Judgment

Microsoft Office

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking highly skilled and proactive Senior Administrative Assistants to provide comprehensive support to Senior Leadership. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility and will have the option to work in person or on a hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate will be exceptionally organized, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. The role requires discretion, strong communication skills, and the ability to anticipate needs while ensuring day‑to‑day operations. The Administrative Assistant will serve as a key liaison, managing calendars, coordinating meetings and travel, and fostering positive relationships across the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to management and/or department.
• Heavy calendar management and meeting coordination/logistics.
• Plan, coordinate, and attend leadership meetings, off‑sites, team events, and special events.
• Arrange domestic and international travel (air, hotel, ground transportation) in compliance with policy.
• Prepare and reconcile expense reports accurately and on schedule; resolve issues and exceptions.
• Support corporate card (P‑Card) processes as applicable, including documentation and reconciliation.
• Coordinate and prepare for executive meetings (agendas, pre‑reads, action items, minutes as needed).
• Make any necessary room rental, reservation, or catering arrangements.
• Draft, edit, and format professional communications, presentations, and reports.
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office duties.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to make independent judgment.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Exercise sound judgment and anticipate executive needs.
• Team player, ability to work independently while meeting deadlines, handles a high volume of work.
• Willing and able to travel up to 10%.

Salary

Range: $49,624.00–$64,511.00 per year (state of Illinois).

Benefits

Employees may be eligible for annual performance‑based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non‑exempt employees as applicable). The benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including state‑mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, life and disability insurance coverage, health savings account contribution, telemedicine, legal insurance, wellness programs, and flexible work schedules with the 9/80 program.

EEO Statement

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.