Administrative Assistant

Job

Location:

Melbourne FL

Schedule:

9/80

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. Employing the world's brightest.

Supporting the world's bravest.

• Provide administrative support to management and the operations department under normal supervision.
• Manage complex calendars and coordinate meetings across time zones (scheduling, rescheduling, sending invites and materials).
• Prepare meeting agendas, take notes, track action items, follow up on deliverables, and ensure required reports and materials are distributed to appropriate stakeholders.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and process expense reports and reimbursements.
• Assist in planning and executing conferences, special events, room rentals, reservations, and catering as needed.
• Create and maintain filing systems, both digital (shared drives, document management systems) and physical, including confidential files and records.
• Draft and proofread emails, announcements, agendas, presentation materials, and routine reports; prepare graphs and charts for projects using spreadsheets and graphics tools.
• Monitor inboxes, prioritize messages, route inquiries or respond directly when appropriate.
• Identify issues, propose practical solutions, and take ownership of tasks until resolution.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.
• Represent the organization professionally with executives, employees, vendors, and customers.
• Contribute to departmental projects and organizational objectives; perform other duties as required.

• Exceptional organization and time management; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines reliably.
• Strong calendar management and meeting coordination skills; comfortable scheduling across time zones.
• Proactive problem-solving: anticipates needs, identifies issues early, and proposes solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to draft clear emails, agendas, announcements, and notes.
• Strong follow-through: tracks action items and completes tasks without repeated reminders.
• Attention to detail and quality control, catches errors before they become issues.
• Discretion and sound judgment in handling confidential information.
• Comfortable working independently, taking ownership, and remaining calm under pressure and shifting priorities.
• Punctual, dependable, professional demeanor, and a positive attitude.
• Able to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.

• Microsoft Outlook (calendar management, scheduling across time zones)
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint (document formatting, reports, charts, presentations)
• Video conferencing tools (Microsoft Teams, Zoom or equivalent)
• Document management systems and shared drives (One Drive, SharePoint, Google Drive, etc.)
• Expense reporting systems and travel booking platforms
• Basic spreadsheet and charting/graphics skills for routine reporting

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of progressively responsible and varied office experience.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills, with a strong customer service mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to make independent judgments and work effectively under pressure.
• Team player with the capability to work independently while managing a high volume of work and meeting deadlines.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Zoom.

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.