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Senior Executive Assistant to the CTO
$100k – $130k/yr Playa Vista, US on-site full time senior 27d ago
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About this role
Turning Space into a Transportation Layer for Earth
Who We Are:
Inversion builds advanced reentry systems to deliver next-generation capabilities from space.
Our mission is to make Earth radically more accessible by turning Low-Earth Orbit into an on-demand logistics domain. We see space not as a destination, but as a platform — one that unlocks unprecedented speed and global reach.
Our spacecraft are designed to deliver payloads anywhere on Earth in under an hour, operating through extreme reentry conditions and landing with high precision. These systems open the door to new ways of testing, delivering, and operating at hypersonic speeds.
Inherently dual-use, our technology is built to meet urgent national security needs while laying the groundwork for future commercial applications. Backed by leading investors including Y Combinator, Spark Capital, and Lockheed Martin Ventures, and working with partners such as the U.S. Space Force and NASA, Inversion is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space-based defense and logistics.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced, proactive Senior Executive Assistant to support our executive leadership team. This role goes far beyond calendar management—you will act as a strategic partner, operator, and force multiplier for leadership, helping drive efficiency, organization, and execution across the company. This role reports directly to the Inversion CTO.
You thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, anticipate needs before they arise, and bring structure to chaos. You are equally comfortable coordinating board meetings, managing sensitive information, and jumping in to solve operational problems on the fly.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support & Operations
Manage complex, ever-changing calendars
Coordinate domestic and international travel, often with short turnaround times
Prepare executives for meetings with agendas, briefing materials, and follow-ups
Track and help drive completion of key initiatives and action items
Strategic Partnership
Act as a gatekeeper and thought partner to executives, prioritizing time and focus
Anticipate needs and proactively solve problems before they surface
Help streamline workflows, communication, and decision-making processes
Support cross-functional coordination across engineering, operations, and leadership
Board & Investor Relations
Coordinate board meetings, investor updates, and executive offsites
Prepare high-quality materials, presentations, and reports
Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Company & Team Support
Plan and execute internal events, leadership offsites, and team meetings
Assist with onboarding senior hires and executive-level recruiting coordination
Serve as a cultural ambassador—setting a high bar for professionalism and execution
Qualifications
5+ years of experience supporting C-level executives (preferably in a startup or high-growth environment)
Experience in aerospace, defense, hardware, or deep tech environments
Proven ability to manage competing priorities with speed and accuracy
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of discretion
Ability to operate independently and take full ownership of responsibilities
What Sets You Apart
You think like an operator, not just an assistant
You bring structure to ambiguity and calm to chaos
You anticipate needs before executives articulate them
You are trusted with the most sensitive information
You have a bias for action and thrive under pressure
The California annual base salary for this role is currently $100,000 - $130,000 Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.
ITAR Compliance: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987. Equal Employment Opportunity: Inversion provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Inversion collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. If you are a US Job Applicant see the https://oag.ca.gov/privacy/ccpa for further details. Offices: Playa Vista, California, United States (Playa Vista (HQ));