Executive Assistant with Security Clearance

Description U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense security clearance required. Toyon Research Corporation is seeking an experienced, highly capable and personable administrative professional to support the company leadership and administrative team at our headquarters in Goleta, CA. Reporting to the President/CEO, the executive assistant will provide multi-faceted administrative support to our outstanding professionals at the forefront of company operations, executive initiatives, and business development. Toyon is an employee-owned small business, supporting defense sector clients with systems analysis, technology development and specialized manufacturing. This is a wonderful opportunity for a confident and dynamic Executive Assistant to build responsibility and independence in performing a range of tasks, and be rewarded with the trust and appreciation of fellow employee shareholders. ResponsibilitiesGenerate, review and transmit correspondence, charts, tables, reports, and presentationsManage and maintain files, databases and records associated with assigned tasksMaintain the company-wide event calendarCoordinate, organize and host meetings and eventsProvide proactive personal assistance to assigned staff, including travel arrangements, expense reports, and special projects as necessaryCoordinate engagements and build corporate relationships with external parties (e.g., consultants, teaming and legal agreements) RequirementsMinimum AA/AS degree or equivalent professional certification; Bachelor's degree preferredMinimum of 5 years of experience in an administrative assistant role, executive-level preferredExcellent references for similar rolesOutstanding interpersonal and communication skills, written and oralProficiency with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, e-signature tools (e.g. DocuSign), and other essential office equipmentAbility and aspiration to learn new tools, systems and workflows as necessaryAbility to work under minimal supervision, and exercise initiative and independent judgment while managing multiple and simultaneous prioritiesA keen attention to detailAbility to identify and handle priority and/or sensitive issues with discretion and a commitment to confidentialityValid driver's license and auto insuranceExperience in aerospace, government contracting and/or engineering firms is a plus WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!Competitive Industry Pay100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance PremiumHSA with Employer ContributionsDental and Vision Coverage OptionsPaid HolidaysPaid Vacation and Sick leaveCompany Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing PlansEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Life and Disability InsurancePaid Parental LeaveDiscretionary Bonus Eligibility The annual pay range for the Executive Assistant position is $65,000 to $105,000. The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate's education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans Ref 2538-Mbfb3568a-762b-4989-884b-a9682aa104ca

Created: 2026-03-06