Administrative Assistant
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Job Responsibilities
Description:WHAT WE’RE DOING
Dedicated. Committed. State of the Art.
For more than 40 years, Derco, A Lockheed Martin Company, has provided logistics and technical support for fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. We are an industry leader, offering a suite of fleet management solutions, including spares distribution, logistics solutions, repair and overhaul services and technical solutions.
THE WORK
We are seeking a highly skilled and organized Administrative Assistant to support our organization. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient daily operations of our facility. If you are a detail-oriented and tech-savvy individual with excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you!
This position will perform a variety of administrative, office management, protocol, and communication duties in support of the Derco organization and leadership team. The position is responsible for being first impression of the organization for phone calls and visitors.
The selected candidate will support customer relations and interface including:
• Management of visitors to facility: coordination with visit host, setup of meetings including catering coordination for food / refreshments, coordination with Lockheed Martin Security, room management (including reservations, video conferencing, TEAMS, other IT as necessary), and other related activities
• Managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and arranging meetings and conferences
• Composing reports, correspondence, and memorandums using standard software and technologies
• Being responsible for calendar management, include scheduling staff meetings, appointments and preparing presentation materials
• Order / maintain inventory, organize mail, as well as other general support for the organization
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 1979, Derco is a world leader in providing aircraft spares, services, and solutions to customers around the globe. Through solid relationships with premier original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), Derco maintains one of the largest and most diversified aircraft spares inventories in the world. Today, Derco is a full-service logistics and solutions provider, supporting military and commercial fleets in more than 65 countries. Derco is owned by Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) of Bethesda, MD, a Fortune 100 company.
Learn More About Derco Here
Check out our state of the art facility
WHO YOU ARE
Being detail oriented and managing time well to handle multiple requests and tasks is extremely important. This role may require overtime and flexible work hours.
An excellent candidate will have proven ability to proactively plan and prioritize administrative requirements and will strive to anticipate needs in order to best manage the office.
WHY JOIN US
Derco is a forward-thinking, employee-oriented company that promotes personal development and a work life balance. Derco offers a generous compensation package including competitive pay, health, dental, 401K with company match, 4x10 work week and continuing education incentives.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's Comprehensive Benefits Package
Basic Qualifications:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effectively interact with colleagues, management, and clients.
• Experience with administrative support; including managing travel, calendar, expense reports, meetings, visits, supplies, etc.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook
• Experienced in creating documents, correspondence, presentations
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and quickly adjust to changing priorities
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written
Desired Skills:
• Attention to detail
• Proficient writing skills
• Employee engagement event planning and coordination
• Demonstrated ability to proactively solve problems
• Experience coordinating travel and processing expense reports for executive level employees including international travel/currency
• Familiarity with AI-powered tools and automation software can help streamline tasks and improve efficiency
• Experience handling sensitive information
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Marketing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Mission-Focused Innovation: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.
Foundational Values: Our culture of performance excellence, ethics, teamwork and inclusion is embedded in everything we do.
Diverse Career Opportunities with Meaningful Work: Grow your career and skills for life. Our technology-driven learning platforms and programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities and our planet.
Commitment to Sustainability: We foster innovation, integrity and security to preserve the environment, strengthen diverse communities and propel growth.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
Quote
“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.
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