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Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com.
Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Principal Executive Assistant to the CEO & President who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.
POSITION SUMMARY
Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Principal Executive Assistant. The Principal Executive Assistant is an integral operational partner to the President & CEO, responsible for ensuring that the daily workflow of the CEO’s office runs with precision, consistency, and purpose. This role is the operational continuity, execution of priority initiatives, and alignment across functional leadership. This individual bridges the gap between administrative efficiency and managing the rhythm of executive activities, coordinating cross-functional follow-through, and enabling the CEO to focus on leadership and necessary decision-making.
This position works in close, structured partnership with the Chief of Staff (CoS) and the Executive Operations Manager within the Office of the CEO. While the Principal Executive Assistant focuses on daily operational workflow, execution logistics, and administrative continuity for the CEO, the Chief of Staff operates at the intersection of strategy, operations, and execution across the enterprise. The Executive Assistant and Chief of Staff function as a unified support system for the CEO, and their coordination, communication, and collaboration are essential to the effectiveness of the Office of the CEO.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and optimize the CEO’s daily operational workflow, attention, and energy are directed toward highest priority activities
Anticipate the CEO’s operational needs and proactively address logistical, informational, and administrative requirements throughout each day
Coordinate and track follow-up items, action tasks, and commitments arising from the CEO’s meetings, communications, and decisions
Prepare agendas, briefing documents and supporting materials for all CEO-led or CEO-attended meetings
Serve as a coordination bridge between the CEO’s office and functional leadership, ensuring communication clarity, timely responses and accountability
Ensure the CEO is fully prepared and informed in advance of high-stakes engagements, including board interactions, investor meetings, and external partner events
Collaborate with the senior staff Executive Assistants to align scheduling, logistics, travel, expenses and administrative support
Maintain and manage the CEO’s operational calendar in alignment with priorities in coordination with the Chief of Staff
Support the Chief of Staff in tracking CEO-level strategic priorities, ensuring operational activities remain aligned with enterprise goals, objectives, and measures
Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, reduce friction, and improve the effectiveness of the CEO’s office
Lead or support short-term operational projects as directed
Perform additional job duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, or related field
10+ years in a coordinator, project, or executive operations role
Experience supporting senior leadership in a fast-paced, technical environment
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized, proactive, and trustworthy with confidential information
Proficiency in project management tools and office productivity software
Core Skills
Detail-oriented and strategically aware
Collaborative and service-oriented; team first mindset
Calm under pressure; effective in dynamic, high demand executive environment
Trusted and discreet; highest level of integrity and professionalism
Proactive and anticipatory; consistently staying one step ahead
Core Competencies:
Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Accountability
Technical Rigor
Execution Discipline
Pride of Delivery
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
Requirements
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)
May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)
Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
