Meet Beverly Proctor, the Facilities & Security Assistant/Receptionist based in Arlington, Va. Proctor has worked at Airbus U.S. Space & Defense for three and a half years, where she has become an office favorite.  

As the facilities and security assistant and receptionist, Proctor is the first face employees see when they walk through the office door each morning. She is also the go-to person for any problem employees need help solving. Proctor says that no matter an individual’s situation, she assists her colleagues as they work through any issues that arise.  

Proctor is also responsible for helping ensure that Airbus U.S. and its employees adhere to the company’s Special Security Agreement (SSA) requirements. Whether it is helping employees complete required training, managing their monthly electronic contact questionnaires, or assisting with the SecuritySense Newsletter, Proctor always does it with a smile on her face. 

When asked what her favorite memory from her time at Airbus U.S. Space & Defense is, Proctor said that she has loved watching the past three classes of interns come through the office. She loves seeing young people excited to embark upon their careers, who are thrilled to learn and grow professionally is refreshing for her to see.  

Prior to joining Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Proctor worked as a consultant in Systems Engineering & Integrations for three years, where she migrated between bids and proposals, marketing, and finance. She also worked in an administrative capacity at a Systems Engineering & Integration firm for over 20 years. 

Proctor says the most important lesson she could pass on to anyone is that mission completion is always the goal, and patience makes the journey easier. To help her do that, she enjoys a midday walk and gardening.