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Administrative Assistant

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An Office or Administrative Assistant performs administrative work in an office. Works in a wide variety of office settings, such as a company or business, or a government office or school. Manages paper and electronic files, uses office equipment including computers, responds to phone calls and emails, routes mail and maintains calendars and schedules.

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Administrative Assistant Job ID Number 2026-74198 Pittsfield, MA, US Category Administrative and Support Services Required Clearance Secret Employment Type Full Time Remote Option On-Site Business Unit GD Mission Systems Apply Now At
GDMISSIONSYSTEMS.COM
Responsibilities for this
Position Administrative Assistant ID:
2026-74198
US-MA-Pittsfield Required Clearance:
Secret Posted Date:
8/20/2026
Category:
Administrative/Clerical Employment Type:
Full Time Hiring Company:
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. Basic Qualifications High School Diploma or the equivalent is required. In addition, Related Vocational Training plus a minimum of 2 years administrative or business experience is required.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required . Responsibilities for this Position Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. Thats the opportunity thats waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nations heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. Its an amazing challenge. And its waiting for you now. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. Utilizing your strict adherence to confidentiality, dedication to a job well done and strong organizational skills, youll provide general administrative support to managers and their staff. Youll manage the calendars, meeting and travel schedules and associated arrangements, expense and time reporting, and other responsibilities to relieve them of administrative details and allow them to concentrate on other business activities. Your poise, initiative, and precision will shape the environment in which we all work. Its your chance to put your talent to the ultimate test. Are you ready?
What youll experience:
Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered What you bring to the table: A High School Diploma or the equivalent is required. In addition, Related Vocational Training plus a minimum of 3 years administrative or business experience, or a minimum 5 years of administrative or business experience Ability to manage frequently changing schedules and appointments as well as coordinate multiple projects and tasks Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI Self-starter who can apply discretion when dealing with sensitive information/situations What sets you apart: Strong writing and editing skills, vocabulary and grammar Exceptional organization and time management skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task high priorities Ability to manage and visualize large sets of data Outstanding interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor in interacting with a wide variety of people Commitment to ongoing professional development Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation Salary Note This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range USD $27.74 - USD $29.76 /Hr. Company Overview General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Back To Search Results General Dynamics Mission Systems is a technology integrator and original equipment manufacturer that provides mission critical solutions across ground, sea, air, space and cyberspace. Ask A Question Share this job URL Copied! #ClearedJobs #GDMSCareers #GDCareers