Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe— large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts.
Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world’s best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Our CEO, John Gedmark, is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant. In this role, you will be a critical partner in ensuring John’s productivity and effectiveness by managing the details that keep both his professional and personal commitments running smoothly.
This role requires someone who is adaptable, highly responsive, and willing to go above and beyond at all times to support the CEO in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
If you excel at anticipating needs, thrive on solving problems, and are ready to contribute meaningfully to the success of a growing organization, we’d love to hear from you.
Role
- Keep John’s day on track by managing all the details, from scheduling to logistics.
- Be the go-to person for all interactions and communications involving the CEO.
- Plan, coordinate, and make sure business travel is seamless and hassle-free.
- Offer on-the-spot support for meetings, events, and any other needs that arise.
- Take care of personal and professional tasks—whether it’s scheduling appointments, running errands, or helping with expense reports—so John can stay focused.
- Be available anytime, ready to pivot and tackle challenges head-on.
What we are looking for:
- Proactive Problem-Solver: Autonomous, takes initiative.
- Responsive and Fast-Paced: Quick to answer a text, call, email, or Slack. Willing to be responsive after hours when needed.
- Organized and Detail-Oriented: Excel is organizing chaos to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.
- Flexible and Adaptable: Plans change—often—and you’re ready to roll with it.
- Energy-Giver: Always maintain a positive attitude and steady demeanor.
- Zero Ego: Willing to help however you can, with no task too big or small.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience as an assisting a CEO or senior leader, ideally in a fast-growing company.
- High levels of discretion, trustworthiness, and professionalism.
- Expert with Google Suite and Slack, with a knack for learning new tools quickly.
- Able to juggle multiple priorities and remain unflappable under pressure.
Bonus
- Experience working with senior leaders in a fast-paced organization
- Experience with classified or otherwise highly sensitive work
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What We Do
Astranis is building small, low-cost telecommunications satellites. Our mission is to help get online the 4 billion people who are without internet access.
