Administrative Assistant III

JOB ID: 722330BR

Date posted: Mar. 26, 2026

Description:

This position requires an existing Top Secret/SCI security clearance with ability to obtain a Polygraph.

Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most.

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future\-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

Lockheed Martin Space seeks an Administrative Assistant (level 3\) to join our team in Littleton, CO! In this role you will perform a variety of administrative duties for our Space Protection Programs organization supporting multiple Directors. To be successful you will need to be able to multi\-task effectively in a fast\-paced, dynamic work environment. To effectively partner and coordinate with Program, Line of Business, and the Space staff administrative team you will be able to tap your strong collaborative skills.

Key responsibilities in this role include:

• Assist with Executive visits
• Maintain calendars, arrange meetings, make travel arrangements and interface with program management and high level customers
• Manage office supplies for multiple office suites
• Multi\-task effectively in a fast\-paced, dynamic work environment
• Partner and coordinate with Program, Line of Business and Space Systems staff Administrative Team; proactively collaborate with a highly\-motivated, can\-do spirit
• Demonstrate initiative, discretion and tact in managing email, telephone calls and other requests
• Ensure all correspondence is accurate, complete and properly handled
• Utilize computer and standard desk top software (full complement of Microsoft Office Suite) to access LM systems, compose correspondence and create spreadsheets and presentation charts
• Assure administrative detail on all projects: update and status delegated tasks to ensure progress to deadlines; handles all inquiries within capacity; provide backup materials for callbacks; fix commitments to maximize leaders' time efficiency; screen visitors to control interruptions and preserve leaders' schedules; provide meeting backup data as needed and arrange all amenities for same
• Pursue opportunities to change or lean out processes or approaches
• Determine priorities in regards to non\-routine situations
• Perform additional special assignments as required in support of the NSS executive staff

Basic Qualifications:

• 2\-3 years of prior Administrative Assistant

experience

• Experience managing calendars, arranging

agendas, compiling content, and/or facilitating

meetings or events.

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

(Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)

• Experience with Concur (or similar travel

system), coordinating complex travel

arrangements and reconciling expense reports

• Must have an existing Top Secret/SCI security

clearance with ability to obtain a Polygraph

Desired Skills:

• An adjudicated Counterintelligence (CI)

Polygraph

• 3\+ years of prior Administrative Assistant

experience

• Working knowledge of Lockheed Martin (LM)

policies and procedures

• Ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of

SharePoint, MS Teams

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive

information with the utmost discretion

• Ability to multi\-task and complete assignments

accurately and on time

• Must demonstrate situational awareness to

prioritize responsibilities

• Demonstrated effective complete and timely

communications

• Learning agility
• Demonstrate ability to take initiative
• Flexible and work independently with minimal

supervision

• Exceptional organization and coordination skills
• Proven project management skills
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere
• Proven exceptional customer service mindset

Security Clearance Statement:

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level:

TS/SCI w/Poly

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest:

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely:

Onsite Full\-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules:

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position:

9x80 every other Friday off

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $51,800 \- $91,425\. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short\-Term Disability, Long\-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

(Washington state applicants only) Non\-represented full\-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6\.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 \- 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level:

Hourly/Non\-Exempt

Business Unit:

SPACE

Relocation Available:

No

Career Area:

Administrative

Type:

Full\-Time

Shift:

First

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology\-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

Flexible Schedules, dependent on role

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