Tendeg LLC is a premier spacecraft deployables company. Our novel designs are enabling exciting missions providing high gain antennas for sensor applications and communications. We have 12 antennas on-orbit and 20 flight deliverables occurring in 2025. Our missions include Earth Science (weather surface deformation and change); LEO GEO and lunar communications; synthetic aperture radar (SAR); and unique radio frequency sensors for commercial and government applications. We have apertures from 50cm to 10m VHF to Q/V-band and precise 2-axis gimbals. Consider joining our innovative and rapidly growing team.
Tendegs Philosophy
We encourage innovation and entrepreneurial energy. We are successful because we take a unique approach to solving problems. We look for creative thinkers and self-motivated people that can collaborate within our open team environment. TENDEG is an acronym for TENacious Design and Engineering Group. Obviously tenacity is another trait we embrace.
Title: Senior Office Administrator
Position Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $31.25 - $33.65/Hourly (Salary to be determined by the education experience knowledge skills and abilities of the applicant internal equity and alignment with market data)
Location: Louisville CO
About this role: The Office Coordinator is a key member of our administrative team responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the office and creating a welcoming organized and productive work environment. This role goes beyond administrative support supporting cross-functional teams managing office logistics. The ideal candidate is organized resourceful and takes initiative to enhance office and facility operations with professionalism and care.
We are looking for a Job Title that will support the following programs:
INCUS: NASA has selected Tendeg to deliver four Ka-band deployable antennas for a new Earth science mission called Investigation of Convective Updrafts (INCUS) that will study the behavior of tropical storms and thunderstorms including their impacts on weather and climate models. https:// to-study-storms-impacts-on-climate-models
2-axis Gimbal Antennas: Tendeg has multiple contracts to develop fabricate test and deliver flight units for deployable high gain antennas from X-band to Q/V-band. These are for sensor and communication missions for LEO MEO and lunar applications.
Perimeter Truss Reflectors: Tendeg has multiple contracts to deliver large aperture antennas for GEO communications SAR and national security
What youll do:
Office & Facilities Management
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the office to ensure a smooth and efficient workplace environment.
Coordinate facility maintenance repairs and office improvements; schedule and liaise with external vendors with the facilities supervisor.
Manage office security access and safety protocol IT.
Maintain clean organized common areas and ensure the office is guest-ready at all times.
Administrative & Organizational Support
Coordinate internal meetings and manage scheduling and logistics for conference rooms AV needs and catering as needed.
Support departmental initiatives and special projects.
Handling incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
Coordinating facility requests and organizational needs.
Collaborate with other coordinators on special projects.
Front Desk & Guest Experience
Greet and assist employees guests and vendors with professionalism and a high level of customer service.
Answer incoming phone calls route messages and respond to general inquiries efficiently.
Serve as a primary point of contact for deliveries and outgoing mail coordination.
Inventory & Purchasing
Monitor and manage office supply inventory anticipating needs and placing timely orders.
Track and manage office-related expenditures; reconcile invoices and receipts in collaboration with Finance.
Coordinate procurement for general supplies kitchen stock and other operational items.
Vendor & Resource Coordination
Build and maintain positive relationships with third-party vendors and building management.
Evaluate vendor performance and recommend alternatives when needed to improve cost or service.
Support the onboarding and offboarding of employees with workspace set-up and resource coordination.
Team & Culture Support
Assist with planning internal events celebrations and team-building activities.
Support employee engagement efforts by helping create a positive and inclusive office culture.
Promote a professional welcoming and solutions-oriented office environment.
General Support
Provide general administrative assistance to departments as needed.
Take initiative in proposing and implementing process improvements.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support organizational needs.
Key Job Requirements:
3-5 years of office coordination administrative or customer-facing experience in a professional environment.
Associates degree required; Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt in a dynamic environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High emotional intelligence and ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and empathy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with office software such as Google Workspace Microsoft Teams and shared calendars.
Basic understanding and office budget tracking is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and improve operational processes.
Reliable proactive and solutions-focused.
Benefits: As we are growing and investing in our company we invest in our team. We recognize employee contributions through competitive salaries and bonuses and take pride in taking care of our employees. Here is how we show our appreciation:
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Medical/Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
Tax Advantage Account (Flexible Spending Account) (FSA)
Retirement Savings Plan-Traditional 401(k) Plan
Employer Paid Short Term Disability and Basic Life AD&D
Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Long Term Disability
EAP Program
Company SWAG
Dog friendly work environment
Free company parking
Break rooms fully stocked with snacks drinks and an espresso coffee machine
Must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 CFR 120.62.
Tendeg LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race religion color sexual orientation age disability marital status genetic information national origin veteran status and any other protected factor.
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Required Experience:
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Tendeg makes deployable space antennas for smallsats and cubesats. Big apertures and compaction ratios, and operating up to Ka-Band for high gain and data rate.