Ball Aerospace is powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus. We pioneer discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. We create innovative space solutions, enable more accurate weather forecasts, drive insightful observations of our planet, deliver actionable data and intelligence, and ensure those who defend our freedom go forward bravely and return home safely.

At our core, we're passionate, committed people who believe together we can achieve extraordinary things. We work collaboratively with each other, our customers and partners to solve the world's greatest challenges. That means listening to one another, providing feedback and partnering across all levels. We value our inclusive culture where everyone is heard equally and creativity thrives. Each team member is fully invested in our mission and we bring an energy to work every day that propels our business and motivates us all to Go Beyond.®

The Engineering Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the organizational talent and technical leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

Administrative Manager/Administrative Manager Senior – Engineering Functional Support

The manager plans, implements and oversees approximately 20 administrative support staff who perform administrative and general business support within the Engineering department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, self-motivated, organized, and structured leader who has the passion to manage personnel resources, as well as relationships with department directors, ensuring administrative needs are met and operational objectives are supported.

What You’ll Do:

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  Work with engineering leadership staff to determine administrative staffing requirements and assign staff as needed.
• Direct and manage the work assignments for current team of administrative employees.
• Direct, manage, and ensure tasks are completed according to departmental and company requirements and schedules.
• Provide support for hiring efforts across Engineering including reviewing resumes, conducting phone screens, interviewing candidates, and recommending the hiring of administrative candidates to support the organization.
• Ensure administrative staff are properly trained and receive the guidance and direction needed to carry out their work assignments in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Coach and mentor team members and create environment for knowledge transfer, cross training and career development.
• Write and conduct performance appraisals with input from others as applicable.
• Recommend and guide the implementation of new administrative policies or procedures.
• Prepare and maintain required records and reports in accordance with Ball Aerospace policies and government regulations.
• Manage and track departmental budget and expenditures associated with areas such as administrative personnel, the intern program, and departmental supplies.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality. Routine exercise of independent judgment, initiative, managing multiple tasks, and extreme discretion handling highly sensitive information is required.
• Perform in an open and sometimes stressful environment with many interruptions while maintaining a positive, professional demeanor.
• Ensure that all business is conducted using the highest standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations as well as company policies and directives.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

What You’ll Need:

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  Administrative Manager – BS/BA in related field plus 8 years or more related experience.
• Administrative Manager Senior – BS/BA in related field plus 12 years or more related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Related experience managing a large distributed team within a large, multi-campus environment.

Flexible On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site for three or more days per work week. Travel and local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

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  Ball Aerospace is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in Colorado and other states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.
• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Relocation for this position is available.

Compensation & Benefits:

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  HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER: $111,000 - $154,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
• HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER SENIOR: $124,500 - $172,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
• This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site.

US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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