Strategic Executive Assistant to VP, Mission Operations

Socket.dev; Truth or Consequences (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Virgin Galactic seeks an Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive executive support to the Vice President, Mission Operations, and the Mission Operations Department. You will navigate a rapidly evolving tempo, coordinate high-volume calendaring, and act with discretion and initiative.

The role requires professionalism, confidentiality, and collaboration to support company strategy. You will mentor junior admins and contribute to program-wide administrative improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3–4 years relative experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience providing high-level support to executives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, SharePoint, and Visio.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with professional presentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive administrative support with accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.
• Manage the executive’s demanding schedule, meetings, priorities, and calendar.
• Coordinate meetings, events, and site visits, including agenda prep and note-taking.
• Coordinate department meetings and team building events to boost morale and keep informed.
• Arrange travel logistics, process expense reports, and oversee related functions.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Communication skills

Discretion and professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 3-4 years experience

Tools

Teams

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

OneNote

SharePoint

Visio

Job description

Virgin Galactic seeks an Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive executive support to the Vice President, Mission Operations, and the Mission Operations Department. You will navigate a rapidly evolving tempo, coordinate high-volume calendaring, and act with discretion and initiative.

The role requires professionalism, confidentiality, and collaboration to support company strategy. You will mentor junior admins and contribute to program-wide administrative improvements.