**Worker Type** Regular **Job Description** **Summary** The Executive Assistant performs a variety of administrative tasks and supports our company's senior-level management. One contributes to the efficiency of the business by providing personalized and timely support to executive members. Collects and prepares information for use in discussions/meetings of executive staff and outside individuals. Acts as the point of contact among executives, employees, clients and other external partners. **Position Responsibilities** **Calendar & scheduling** + Manage complex calendars; schedule meetings across time zones + Coordinate internal/external meetings, board meetings, and offsites + Prioritize and resolve scheduling conflicts + Arrange flights, hotels, ground transportation + Prepare detailed travel itineraries and trip packets + Handle changes, cancellations, and travel issues + Process expense reports and purchase requests ​ **Communication & correspondence** + Draft, edit, and proofread emails, memos, and presentations + Screen and prioritize incoming messages and calls + Act as a point of contact between the executive and staff/clients ​ **Meeting support** + Prepare agendas and materials + Take meeting notes and track action items + Follow up on deliverables and deadlines ​ **Information & task management** + Maintain files, records, and contact lists + Track key projects, deadlines, and follow‑ups for the executive + Help organize information for decision‑making ​ **Confidential and strategic support** + Handle sensitive information with discretion + Assist with preparation for leadership meetings, reviews + Help the executive stay aligned with priorities and commitments **​** **Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)** + High school diploma or GED equivalent is required + Minimum of 5 - 8 years' experience as an Executive Assistant or or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience + Requires a professional certification or equivalent experience in working with senior level executives within and outside thecompany, as well as experience with customers, vendors, visitors, and other dignities + Requires in-depth knowledge of company operations, policies, and procedures. Maintains a high level of discretion andconfidentiality + Effective communication skills (written and verbal) as well as interpersonal skills. Demonstrates high level of customer serviceand professionalism + Experienced and proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook) and demonstrates strong computer skills + Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S. + Must have a valid driver's license and clean DMV record ​ **Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies** + Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline is highly desired or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience + Well-organized, has strong time management skills and is able to act without guidance + Familiarity with office equipment and productivity tools + Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties + Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives + Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products + Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company + Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests **​​** **Physical Demands** + Ability to work in an office environment (Constant) + Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone and keyboard (Frequent) **Clearance Level** No Clearance The salary range for this role is: $89,000 - $135,750 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. **ITAR Requirement:** _This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.