Executive Assistant

ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Based onsite at Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, California the Executive Assistant is responsible for complex calendar management and scheduling of internal and external meetings across multiple time zones, handling expenses, multi-tasking during ad hoc projects, preparing documentations for meetings, assisting with presentations and a variety of other day-to-day administrative tasks. This is an exciting role that requires superior attention to detail, great organization and prioritization skills and the ability to plan ahead and to meet tight deadlines, all while juggling multiple critical requests. This role will support the Executive leadership team, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: Support managing calendars, preparing for presentations, company meetings and other key events Plan travel itineraries and make travel arrangements both domestically and internationally, including reservations for events and dining as needed Assist in organizing, and execution of meetings, conferences, and off-site events Reconcile and prepare expense reports Document and distribute meeting minutes and action items Greet guests and assist with special projects relating to guest/visitors Responsible for replenishing office supplies Other duties as assigned YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree 5+ years of administrative experience Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and other) THESE QUALIFICATION WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Bachelor’s Degree Experience in a fast-paced, corporate environment Maintains high level of integrity and discretion Outstanding writing and verbal communications skills Excellent organization, planning, time management, and problem-solving skills Highly motivated and able to work effectively with minimal supervision ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing Must be physically able to commute to buildings Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life ins ... (truncated, view full listing at source)