Company Overview
Humanity has developed horizontally on Earth, but now is the time for humanity to develop vertically. With the decreasing costs of space access, the possibilities for exploration and utilization of space are expanding exponentially. At GITAI, we are at the cutting edge of this vertical development, providing the robotic technologies that enable safe and affordable labor in space. Our space robot solution reduces the operational cost in space by 100 times and will make sustained human presence and activity in space a reality.
About The Role:
We're looking for a workplace operations coordinator who can ensure the smooth functioning of our office, providing a safe, efficient, and supportive environment for all employees. We seek energetic, proactive individuals who can enliven the office atmosphere and meet the various needs of a dynamic workspace.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain a clean, organized, and secure office environment
- Coordinate repairs, maintenance, and vendor services
- Ensure compliance with health and safety standards
- Manage inventory and order office supplies and equipment
- Oversee vendor relationships for timely service delivery
- Assist with workspace setups and relocations
- Support the planning and execution of company events and activities to encourage the team-building and employee engagement
- Arrange travel accommodations, including flights, hotels, and transportation for employees that align with company policies and budgets
- Manage office documentation and support mail distribution
- Provide general administrative assistance to the corporate team
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate's or Bachelor’s degree
- 3+ years of experience in office administration and/or facilities management in small engineering organizations
- Excellent communication skills, including verbal, email, and several communication software tools such as Slack and Google Workspace
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to manage physical tasks (lifting up to 50 lbs)
- Supportive and energetic character, proactive and detailed oriented towards work
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1+ years of experience working for a pre-series B startup company
- Excellent IT skills with the ability to build efficient business operations by making full use of extended functionality of various software tools
Additional Qualifications:
- Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Location and Position Type:
- Torrance, CA (On-Site)
- Full-Time
Regular Work Hours:
- 9 am - 5 pm
Salary Range:
- $25 - $35/h
- Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Healthcare: 100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees, with 90% coverage for dependents, plus life insurance
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a company match up to 3.5%, offering both traditional and Roth options
- Work Hard, Play Hard Culture: Paid holidays, PTO, and sick days to keep you refreshed and motivated
- Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate and innovate with a passionate team
- Office Perks: Enjoy free snacks and drinks, plus regular social events to foster team spirit
- Cutting Edge Experience: Work alongside state-of-the-art robots, driving the future of space technology
Important Notice
This position is subject to compliance with U.S. export control requirements including EAR and ITAR. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is legally authorized to work in the United States. We are not able to sponsor visas for this position.
GITAI USA Inc. is Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status
What We Do
GITAI is a space robotics startup that aims to provide a safe and affordable means of labor in space. We aim to provide robots to help build and maintain satellites, lunar colonies and even cities on Mars. GITAI is bringing together the best talents in the world to make this dream a reality.
GITAI is relatively small but rapidly growing. Over half of our full-time employees have PhDs in engineering and science and three are former research associates from the University of Tokyo.
GITAI has many exciting projects at various levels of development and testing, from early concepts to laboratory prototypes to our technical demonstration robot currently deployed in a commercial module of the International Space Station.
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