Junior Mechanical Engineer - Space Robotics

Who We Are:

GITAI is the world’s leading space robotics startup, aiming to provide safe and affordable labor in space and reduce operational costs by 100 times. GITAI is developing highly capable, safe, and reliable robots to help build and maintain satellites, space stations, lunar bases, and cities on Mars.

As part of GITAI’s elite team, you will collaborate with some of the brightest visionaries in the field, including esteemed researchers from the University of Tokyo and accomplished Founders & CxOs with successful exits to industry giants such as Google and American Express. Our rapidly growing company offers a dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment, tailored for the relentless pursuit of innovation.

About the Role:

The Robotics Jr Mechanical Engineer is responsible for assisting new development design and evaluation with attention to strength, thermal restriction, controllability, efficiency of assembly, and maintenance.

*** In addition to applying to this position, please apply from LinkedIn and also submit your portfolio (e.g. pdf slides that explain your previous projects or products) to this Email address: ***

Responsibilities:

Design robotics hardware to achieve high performance robot

Incorporate with both electrical and software requirements development to achieve optimal robot assembly configurations

Assemble and maintenance hardware

Execute testing (operational verification testing, reliability/quality evaluation)

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in an mechanical engineering discipline

1+ years of relevant experience in the design, analysis and manufacturing of electro-mechanical systems, mechanisms (internship and extracurricular experience is applicable)

Experience of mechanical CAD

Experience of mechanical drawing

Hands-on skills with mechanical assembly, testing, etc.

Physical capacity to independently lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds

Ability to work on weekends as necessary, depending on the work schedule, underscoring the importance of flexibility and adaptability in our team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in designing space related hardware(satellites, rovers, etc.)

Experience in designing robots

Location:

Torrance, CA - Full Time

Benefits:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance + Life Insurance 100% paid by employer

401k starts on May 1, 2024 (Planned)

If you are in one of our offices you can enjoy free snacks and drinks

Paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays!

Important notice:

This position is subject to compliance with U.S. export control requirements including EAR and ITAR. At this time we cannot sponsor visas and therefore can only consider candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

GITAI USA Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 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