Board Relations and Events Specialist

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
Job Summary
The Board Relations Specialist provides support to The Aerospace Corporation's Board of Trustees and executive leadership. Reporting to the Manger, Office of the Corporate Secretary (OCS), the Specialist contributes to the coordination, facilitation, and recording of activities of the board and its committees. This position is primarily responsible for all event planning and logistics related to quarterly board of trustee meetings. It also collaborates closely with internal and external partners to implement best practices in board governance and identifies innovations that advance customer priorities.
This role demands a high level of professionalism, acute attention to detail, and well-developed discretion to handle highly confidential information. The Specialist must communicate effectively orally and in writing and must have the interpersonal skills to serve as a trusted resource for individuals at all levels, including senior executives and trustees.
Workplace Model
This position will be a hybrid work model and offer partially remote with some onsite work required in El Segundo, California.
What You'll Be Doing

• Research, plan, and implement all aspects of quarterly Board Meetings and related events including lodging, catering, transportation, and other events logistics.
• Manage and maintain vendor and venue relationships, contracts, and logistics.
• Draft and prepare (print and virtual) all correspondence on behalf of Office of General Counsel (OGC) / Office of Corporate Secretary (OCS) in preparation and support of the quarterly Board of Trustees Meetings.
• Apply technological and strategic knowledge to guide and improve board meeting processes, preparation, and execution.
• Collaborate and provide cross-functional support to colleagues in the OCS department.
• Take initiative to solve problems independently with autonomy to positively impact the productivity and efficiency of OGC/OSC.
• Represent and act as liaison of OGC/OCS with Board of Trustees, as well as corporate management, various levels of internal management, government customers, and other high-level officials.

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:

• Educational Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent
• Years of Experience:
  • Specialist II - three or more years of relevant experience
  • Specialist III - six or more years of relevant experience

• Experience with hospitality industry and planning / executing high-visible corporate events
• Ability to work a non-traditional work schedule at times and work tight deadlines, including evenings associated with board meeting required
• Ability to travel to offsite board meetings and conferences several times per year required
• Mastery of communication & interpersonal skills: leadership, collaboration, resiliency, strategic thinking, problem-solving, emotional intelligence, judgment, business acumen, and decision making, across all levels of the organization
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information appropriately; demonstrate honesty, integrity, and trust-building behaviors
• Ability to thrive in fast paced team environment and shift priorities quickly while working under tight deadlines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SSBI/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Previous Board relations / logistics experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• A current and active TS/SSBI/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government is highly preferred. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Mid - Max)
$65,000.00 - $82,500.00 - $100,000.00
Pay Basis: Hourly
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [email protected]. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.