Research Specialist and Lead Administrative Assistant

Honeywell Aerospace•Washington, DC

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Honeywell Aerospace ’s Government Relations Team is looking for an entry level Research Specialist and Lead Administrative Assistant to work on-site in the Washington DC office. Honeywell Aerospace, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, is a global leader in aerospace innovation. The company is a major global player in both commercial and defense aviation sectors. Its operations include engineering, manufacturing, research and development, and advanced aerospace technologies. Honeywell Aerospace technologies are found on every commercial, defense, and space aircraft worldwide. Our products include aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components, and navigation technologies. In this role, you will work within the global government relations function, which is responsible for advising and advocating for legislative and regulatory policies that support Honeywell Aerospace’s business objectives; providing sales support for major policy wins and pursuits with government customers and state-owned enterprises; ensuring critical strategic relationships with policy makers; and enabling growth while minimizing risks. The government relations team is responsible for guiding strategic activities with the U.S. legislative branch, executive branch, and global governments, institutions, and regulatory bodies.

Requirements

strong organization skills
high attention to detail
the ability to manage executive calendars
address administrative tasks in support of a senior executive
an understanding of the federal legislative process
excellent writing skills
superior presentation development skills (e.g. PowerPoint)
the capability to communicate complex information effectively under tight deadlines

Responsibilities

Manage the SVP’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements
Provide additional direct administrative support to the SVP on all topics, as assigned, and work with other Administrative and Executive Assistant’s in the company, as necessary
Prepare and organize documents, reports, and presentations for meetings including agendas, meeting minutes, or other documentation as needed
Monitor news, regulatory developments, and other activities and provide appropriate reports and summaries to the GR team
Conduct research on legislative proposals, regulatory changes, and policy trends to support the company’s strategic objectives
Lead in the development of presentations for internal meetings and external engagements with guidance from the SVP and GR team leader
Draft and edit correspondence and communication materials for internal and external audiences
Provide administrative support to the government relations team, including scheduling meetings, organizing files, and maintaining databases
Assist in tracking and managing legislative calendars and deadlines
Track and monitor federal legislation, hearings, and policy developments
Summarize key legislative updates and provide timely reports to internal stakeholders
Assist in preparing briefing memos and background materials for senior leaders
Support Office Administrator functions, as necessary