Events & Conference Administrator

Space Dynamics Laboratory • North Logan, UT • 6h ago

Job ID: 6708

Job Posted: March 5, 2026

Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team, where you'll contribute to groundbreaking innovations! We are seeking applicants for a Conference & Event Administrator to assist in planning and executing conferences, corporate events, and special events for SDL employees and families.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

Responsibilities include:

Supporting the corporate events/conference manager in the design, development, coordination, and execution of local and offsite events

Leading the end-to-end management of assigned events and conferences, ensuring seamless coordination of budgets, marketing efforts, catering, audiovisual services, and logistical operations

Executing aspects of event planning from inception to completion, including setup and tear down onsite

Collaborating with stakeholders to create events that foster company culture

Accomplishing program goals and objectives

Maintaining budgets and expenditures

Creating detailed event timelines, documentation, and reports

Writing copy for event publication drafts

Required Qualifications:

Previous event and/or conference planning experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of related experience (5 years)

Bachelor's degree with 0-5 years of applicable experience, or associate's degree with 3-8 years of applicable experience, or relevant certification with 4-9 years of applicable experience, or high school diploma with 5-10 years of applicable experience

Professional written and verbal communication skills, including advanced skills with Microsoft Office

Ability to work with a high level of initiative, self-motivation, and a positive demeanor

Project management skills, detail-oriented, and ability to manage multiple projects and timelines

Effective interpersonal skills for working with stakeholders (internal and external), including planning committees, event attendees, customers, and other key partners

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Flexibility to travel and work outside standard business hours including evenings or weekends when necessary

Must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident of the US, or other US person

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to complete the following on a regular basis, with or without reasonable accommodation:

Ability to safely push, pull, or lift 30 pounds occasionally

Ability to spend substantial time walking or standing

Preferred Qualifications:

Proven experience leading all phases of major events, including planning, coordination, and execution

Bachelor's degree in communications, business, public relations, or related field

Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

Experience with software application setup and/or integration

*Salary Range

$46,000 - $81,000

This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidate's preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.

Why Join SDL?

SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page (https://www.sdl.usu.edu/careers/benefits/) to learn more about what we offer.

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our Nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 14 days. However, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

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