About the Opportunity:
Our client is a fast-growing, highly innovative aerospace company operating in a secure, high-traffic environment with frequent visits from government partners and industry stakeholders. The front desk serves as a critical first point of contact and plays a key role in maintaining a professional, organized, and secure workplace.
We are seeking a polished, experienced Front Desk Receptionist who thrives in a high-visibility role. This individual will be the face of the organization, managing a steady flow of visitors while partnering closely with security and internal teams to ensure a seamless and professional experience. This is a two-receptionist model, working alongside an experienced team member who is transitioning into a broader facilities/security-focused role. The position offers stability and long-term consistency for someone who genuinely enjoys front desk operations and wants to build a career in this function.
This role is best suited for someone who enjoys being a receptionist long-term and takes pride in hospitality and organization.
Key Responsibilities:
* Serve as the primary point of contact for all visitors, including high-level and government guests
* Manage daily front desk operations in a high foot-traffic environment
* Coordinate visitor check-in and badging using a visitor management system (training provided)
* Partner closely with security and facilities teams to ensure proper access control and protocols
* Manage and coordinate conference room calendars using Microsoft Outlook
* Support internal communication via Microsoft Teams and Slack
* Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area at all times
* Handle incoming calls, inquiries, and general administrative support as needed
Qualifications:
* 5–10+ years of front desk or receptionist experience (required)
* Proven experience in professional, corporate, or high-security environments
Strong proficiency with:
* Microsoft Outlook (calendar management required)
* Microsoft Teams and/or Slack
* Excellent communication, professionalism, and interpersonal skills
* Comfortable interacting with executives, external partners, and government visitors
* Highly reliable with strong attention to detail and organizational skills
* Ability to work an early schedule (starting at 7:30 AM) consistently
* Experience in aerospace or similar industries is a plus, but not required
What We’re Looking For:
* Someone who enjoys front desk work and wants to stay in this type of role long-term
* A professional, welcoming presence with strong emotional intelligence
* A dependable “early bird” who can support morning visitor flow
* A team player who can collaborate closely with security, operations, and administrative staff
Additional Details:
* Location: Redondo Beach, CA (Onsite)
* Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:30/8:00 AM – 4:30/5:00 PM
* Compensation: $26–$30/hr (Contract-to-Hire) | $30/hr upon conversion + full benefits + equity
* Full-time, 40+ hours per week
* Background check required
* Target start timeline: April 27th week