Top Research & Development Executive jobs in Huntsville, AL

Overview:

Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) provides our national defense and federal civilian and industry customers with services and products in the following main areas: 1) Cybersecurity and Information Operations; 2) Space Operations and Control; 3) Aviation Systems; 4) Ground, Air and Missile Defense, and Fires Support Systems; 5) Intelligence Programs Support; 6) Experimentation and Test; 7) Program Management; and (8) Audio/Visual Technology Applications. Quantum's Corporate Office is located in Huntsville, AL, but Quantum actively hires for positions nationwide and internationally. We pride ourselves on providing high quality support to the U.S. Government and our Nation's Warfighters. In addition to our corporate office, we have physical locations in Aberdeen, MD; Colorado Springs, CO; Crestview, FL; Orlando, FL; and Tupelo, MS.

Mission:

Quantum is currently seeking a highly qualified individual to provide professional support as a Corporate Executive Assistant supporting executive level leader(s) in our Corporate Office- Huntsville, AL. This role will involve initiative, tact, agility, discretion, and judgment in performing daily job duties and responsibilities. Ideal candidate will perform various administrative duties that include but are not limited to:

• Drafting letters/typing; answering phones; taking messages; design/ edit graphics, faxing/copying; scheduling appointments and maintenance of appointment schedule using MS Office products and additional calendar tools as they apply
• Creating & maintaining filing system and organization of records
• Oversee all business travel; prepare detailed itineraries & expense reports; organize & coordinate meetings & interactions with senior military, civilian and corporate management personnel and visitors
• All other duties as assigned as they relate to the corporate office and mission of the company

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or equivalent business related experience is required
• Associates degree /BS in Business or Business curriculum certificate is desired; appropriate experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
• Previous graphics experience a plus.
• Previous support with legal documentation and ability to read and interpret general legal documents and correspondence
• Previous project support experience (Dept of Defense or related industry support preferred)
• Individual should be proficient in Microsoft Suite Office software with attention to detail and multi- tasking
• Individual will need to be extremely professional and people friendly as the position will require daily interface with a broad range of senior people
• Must be able to interpret the intent of available guidelines and use considerable judgment in applying them to individual situations.
• Thrive in a fast pace environment
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.