SAIC is seeking a highly professional and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support daily business operations and provide administrative support to leadership and team members. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, excellent time management abilities, and a customer-service mindset. This role is critical to maintaining efficient office operations and ensuring a positive experience for internal and external stakeholders. The role provides administrative support for a program focused on modernization of space launch ranges and digital transformation initiatives supporting the Assured Access to Space mission. The position supports integrated program management activities and is based on-site in Santa Maria, California. Job Responsibilities: • Provide administrative support to managers and team members. • Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate conference rooms and virtual meeting logistics. • Prepare correspondence, reports, agendas, presentations, and other business materials. • Maintain electronic and physical filing systems. • Coordinate workspace assignments and office moves. • Maintain contact lists. • Help resolve communication gaps that affect workflow. • Assist with timekeeping and leave-related administrative questions. • Maintain AECC security training records and ensure completion of initial and annual training. • Coordinate annual AECC audits. • Coordinate travel arrangements, expense reporting and deliverable trip reporting as required. • Identify, monitor, and order office supplies, furniture, and equipment while maintaining inventory levels. • Serve as a point of contact for internal and external communications. • Assist with onboarding and offboarding activities and other personnel-related administrative tasks. • Support special projects, meetings, and events assigned. • Coordinate team-building activities and events to support employee engagement and team cohesion. • Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. • High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred. • 3+ years of administrative support experience in a professional office environment. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. • Demonstrated attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Professional demeanor and strong customer service skills. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field. • Experience supporting senior managers or executives. • Experience with expense reporting, travel coordination, and procurement processes. • Knowledge of SharePoint and collaboration tools. Experience working in a government contracting or corporate environment