CEO Executive Assistant

Performance Drone Works

$150K — $180K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years supporting senior executives in fast-paced environments; 10+ years total in administrative roles.
  • Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and collaboration tools.
  • Experience with complex schedule and travel coordination across time zones.
  • High level of integrity and professionalism.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the CEO's day-to-day calendar and travel commitments.
  • Support planning and logistics for executive-level events.
  • Assist with internal/external communications and preparation of materials.
  • Oversee the company's master calendar for alignment of key meetings and deadlines.
  • Drive completion of small projects and initiatives assigned by the CEO.
  • Ensure follow-ups and next steps in executive meetings are executed.
  • Serve as an extension of the CEO's brand through effective communication.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with 80% company sponsorship.
  • Safe Harbor 401(K) with company matching.
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • Encouraging team-oriented and innovative work environment.
  • On-site gym at Huntsville, AL location.
  • Employer-provided life insurance.
  • Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Competitive salary, generous PTO, and flexible leave options.
Full Job Description
Now, we're entering a new phase of growth and are looking for an Executive Assistant to support our CEO in Denver, CO.

What You'll Do

  • Manage and maintain the CEO's day-to-day calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel commitments.
  • Support company and executive-level events-planning, logistics, guest management, and onsite coordination.
  • Assist with internal and external communications, meeting preparation, and presentation materials as needed.
  • Oversee and maintain the company's master calendar to align key meetings, deliverables, and events.
  • Drive completion of small projects and initiatives as assigned by the CEO.
  • Support executive cadence rhythms-staff meetings, leadership check-ins, quarterly reviews, and offsites-ensuring follow-ups and next steps are completed.
  • This person will also serve as an extension of the CEO's brand with internal and external stakeholders, which makes optimism, enthusiasm and hospitality core traits to be evident in verbal and written communication.
  • Coordinate complex domestic and international travel itineraries, logistics, and accommodations.
  • Prepare, process, and track expense reports and reimbursements with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Build strong cross-functional relationships to streamline communication across teams.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion in all interactions and information handling.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior executives in a fast-paced corporate or technology environment; 10+ years total in administrative or operations roles.
  • Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills with a proven ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and common collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Asana, Zoom).
  • Experience coordinating travel and managing complex schedules across multiple time zones.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and reliability.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.


Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, climb, and move about regularly throughout the day and lift / carry up to 25 pounds. Must have manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment.

Work Environment

  • This role is on-site at our Huntsville, Alabama location, Monday-Friday.
  • Occasional early or late hours may be required to support executive travel or major company events.

Benefits

  • PDW values our team, and we offer a compensation package reflective of your experience and capabilities. Benefits include:
  • Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company.
  • Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match.
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • A work environment that encourages teamwork and innovation.
  • On-site gym at our Huntsville, AL location.
  • Employer provided life insurance.
  • Robust Employee Assistant Program (EAP).
  • Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options.


The pay range for this role is:

150,000 - 180,000 USD per year (Denver, CO)

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