Strategic Executive Assistant to Leadership Team

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plan

Wellness resources

401(k) Savings Plan

Financial planning tools

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Education scholarships

Job summary

HII - Mission Technologies is seeking a highly organized Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to several members of our Executive Leadership Team in McLean, VA. This role requires exceptional judgment, multitasking ability, and a deep understanding of executive priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner, coordinating calendars, travel, meetings, and communications with discretion, and ensuring timely follow-through on leadership

Qualifications

• 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
• Exceptional organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint).
• Proactive and reliable approach to daily responsibilities, with the ability to anticipate routine needs.
• Clearance eligibility (if required).

Responsibilities

• Calendar & Schedule Management - Coordinate complex calendars across multiple executives, including internal meetings, external engagements, and travel logistics.
• Meeting Preparation & Follow‑Up - Prepare agendas, briefing materials, and action trackers; attend select meetings to capture notes and ensure timely follow‑through.
• Travel Coordination - Arrange domestic and international travel, including itineraries, accommodations, and expense reconciliation.
• Communication & Liaison - Serve as a gatekeeper and point of contact for internal and external stakeholders; draft and manage correspondence with professionalism and discretion.
• Project & Initiative Support - Assist with cross‑functional projects, leadership offsites, and strategic planning sessions; track deliverables and deadlines.
• Confidentiality & Discretion - Handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity.
• Office Operations & Executive Preferences - Ensure executives’ preferences are reflected in daily operations; manage logistics for leadership events and engagements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office Suite

Teams

SharePoint

Proactive approach

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Master's degree

High school diploma + 10 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

HII - Mission Technologies is seeking a highly organized Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to several members of our Executive Leadership Team in McLean, VA. This role requires exceptional judgment, multitasking ability, and a deep understanding of executive priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner, coordinating calendars, travel, meetings, and communications with discretion, and ensuring timely follow-through on leadership