Senior Executive Administrative Assistant

Senior Executive Administrative Assistant Job Category: Administrative Services Requisition Number: SENIO007763 Posted: May 15, 2026 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Washington, DC 20005, USA Description The Mission Concepts & Capabilitis (MCC) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a responsive, proactive Senior Executive Administrative Assistant to support the Navy in the development and application of cutting-edge high-performance computing (HPC) software and network architectures. In this position the employee will assist in compiling and preparing and routing technical documents both inside the organization and to other agencies. The employee will also make all travel arrangements and will assist the company employees with any issues they may have. This contingent position, expected to start late summer or early fall 2024, will support the Office of Naval Research and the Naval Research Laboratory on-site in the National Capital Region, from ARA facilities, and via telecommuting when approved. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with 8-10 years of relevant experience OR 18+ years of experience in lieu of a degree of relevant experience providing administrative assistance to government agencies DoD TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Excellent verbal/written communications skills Experience passing clearances within the DoD and IC environments Good time management Desired Qualifications 30+ years of relevant experience providing administrative assistance to government agencies This position is contingent upon award of a contract (one base year + four option years) expected in late summer or early fall 2024 supporting the Naval Research Laboratory. The work location is on-site in the National Capital Region, from ARA facilities, and via telecommuting when approved. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr