Executive Assistant (Administration Generalist 4) - 22421
Date: Feb 21, 2025
Location: Newport News, VA, Virginia, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 22421
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $80,935.00 - $92,497.60
Security Clearance: None
Level of Experience: Executive
This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
Who We Are
HII-Mission Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Executive Assistant to support the president of HII-Mission Technologies’ Global Security Group. This critical role serves as a trusted partner, managing administrative functions, providing guidance, and contributing to the efficiency of the executive office. The ideal candidate is a proactive professional with exceptional organizational skills, leadership capabilities, and a track record of excellence in supporting high-level executives.
This is an important position on the leadership team, offering significant visibility and an opportunity to influence the overall effectiveness of the team. As the Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring operational excellence and helping drive the key priorities of the Global Security Group.
If you are a highly motivated professional with a passion for supporting executive leadership, we encourage you to apply and join our team in driving our mission forward! This position will work out of our Newport News, VA office on a full-time basis.
What You Will Do
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the President and senior leadership team, ensuring seamless communication, coordination, planning and execution.
- Manage complex calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements for the President and other executives, prioritizing competing demands with discretion.
- Oversee the preparation of executive reports, presentations, and correspondence, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
- Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives, acting as a liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders.
- Develop and implement administrative processes and systems to enhance organizational efficiency.
- Monitor and manage budgets, project schedules, and statistical reporting as needed.
- Represent the organization on key administrative matters, demonstrating exceptional professionalism and confidentiality.
What You Must Have
- 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
- Proven experience supporting C-suite executives or senior leadership in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and exercise discretion regarding sensitive information.
- Expertise in administrative tools, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience interacting with senior executives across HII and external stakeholders.
- Outstanding organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities seamlessly.
- Strong leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to supervise and develop a team.
Bonus Points For Having!
- Knowledge of company policies and procedures, as well as an understanding of government contracting or relevant industry experience, is a plus.
- Experience with budget management, project scheduling, and statistical analysis.
- Familiarity with managing cross-functional projects or initiatives.
Physical Requirements
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our employees. We believe that an environment that fosters employee engagement among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of our employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.