Operations Associate

About the Company

GITAI is a space robotics company working to reduce the cost of work in space by 100x. The company develops robotic systems for orbital, lunar, and defense applications, including tasks such as assembly, inspection, maintenance, and construction.

Responsibilities

• Support daily workplace operations, including office organization, supplies, repairs, maintenance, mail, and deliveries
• Support purchasing and procurement operations, including vendor communication and order tracking
• Assist with receiving, shipping, inventory checks, and logistics coordination
• Arrange employee travel including flights, hotels, and transportation
• Support external test-site operations and contractor coordination
• Support employee onboarding, benefits administration, and internal events
• Assist Accounting and Corporate teams with invoices, receipts, and vendor records
• Create and maintain internal procedures, checklists, and trackers

Requirements

• Recent graduate or early-career candidate
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience
• Ability to work fully onsite in Torrance, CA
• Strong attention to detail and ownership
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Slack, and spreadsheets
• Ability to use AI tools like ChatGPT or Gemini responsibly
• Ability to lift and move items up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to support occasional local or regional business travel
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for ITAR authorization

Benefits

• Platinum medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with up to 3.5% company match
• 11 paid holidays and 12 days of paid vacation per year
• Free snacks and drinks plus regular team events