Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

Location: Fitchburg, MA, US, 01420 Job ID: 114536 The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and professional Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Business Development team and other senior leaders as needed. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, anticipates needs, manages competing priorities with confidence, and serves as a trusted partner to executive leadership. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of handling sensitive information with discretion while supporting critical business operations and customer-facing activities. This position can be located in or near Fitchburg, MA or Goose Creek, SC and is intended to be a flexible, hybrid schedule.

What You Will Do:

• Business Development & Leadership Support
• Provide executive-level administrative support to multiple leaders, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, itineraries, expense reporting, and logistics
• Support Business Development activities including customer visit coordination, event scheduling, presentation preparation, and meeting logistics
• Prepare reports, presentations, correspondence, agendas, and other business documents
• Organize and coordinate leadership meetings, team events, offsite meetings, and employee engagement events
• Manage confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Track action items, deadlines, and follow-up activities to support organizational priorities
• Serve as a key point of contact between leaders, internal teams, customers, and external partners
• Employee Engagement & HR Support (30%)
• Support Human Resources initiatives focused on employee engagement and workplace culture
• Coordinate and promote Volunteer Time Off (VTO) programs and employee participation activities
• Plan and execute employee events, recognition programs, and team-building activities
• Manage vendor communication and coordination for events and engagement initiatives
• Create and distribute employee communications, promotional materials, and event flyers using Canva, in coordination with Sr. Marketing Communications Manager
• Assist with ongoing engagement strategies to enhance employee morale and organizational culture

Education & Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience supporting executive or senior leadership teams
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Ability to work independently and adapt in a dynamic business environment
• Experience supporting leaders in manufacturing, defense, engineering, or technical organizations preferred
• Experience coordinating events or business development activities is a plus

Why Join Us? At Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems, our work supports critical technologies that help protect what matters most. You'll be part of a collaborative team where your contributions directly support leadership operations, strategic initiatives, and customer engagement efforts across the organization. If you're a resourceful professional who enjoys keeping teams organized, connected, and operating at a high level, we encourage you to apply. U.S. Citizenship required.

The salary range for this position is $66,049 per year to $94,450 per year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable.)

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S. Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles: - Integrity - Agility - Excellence - Customer Focus - Community & Respect - Innovation We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

Nearest Major Market: Worcester