The board
- Pay
- $100,000–$125,000/hr
- Where
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Posted
- Aug 25
GITAI is a vertically integrated space and defense company building the next generation of hardware for low-Earth-orbit missions.
At our core is the space robotics technology that has defined GITAI from the beginning. A small, highly capable engineering team applies that foundation across satellite buses, in-orbit servicing robotics, and mission hardware for applications such as Earth observation. Today, a major focus of our work is supporting U.S. national security missions, particularly through proliferated LEO satellite constellations and other next-generation space systems.
We design, build, integrate, and test much of our hardware in-house. Electrical, mechanical, software, manufacturing, integration, and test teams work closely together, allowing a small team to own complete systems rather than isolated components.
What you'd do
- Design schematics and PCB layouts for spacecraft and robotic systems.
- Take PCBAs from design release through fabrication, assembly, bring-up, and test.
- Debug board-level hardware and drive issues to root cause.
- Work with mechanical, firmware/software, and manufacturing engineers to integrate hardware into complete systems.
- Support hardware testing, failure investigation, and design iteration.
- Location: Torrance, CA (onsite). Travel to test sites (including Mojave and the greater Los Angeles area) is expected based on program needs.
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
- Compensation
- Base salary for this role is expexted to range from $100,000 to $125,000 per year.
- Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, interview performance, and role fit. This position is also eligible for equity.
What they want
- 2+ years of hands-on PCB design experience using Altium or a similar ECAD tool.
- Experience taking at least one PCB from schematic and layout through fabrication, bring-up, and test.
- Hands-on PCBA debugging experience using standard lab equipment.
- Practical knowledge of PCB fabrication, assembly, and DFM.
- Strong fundamentals in board-level electrical design.
- No prior aerospace, space, or defense industry experience required.
What you get
- Health Insurance – Platinum medical plan with 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees; 90% for dependents
- 401(k) Plan – Company match up to 3.5%, with traditional and Roth options
- Equity – Stock option eligibility depending on role
- Relocation Support – Available for qualifying positions
- Time Off – 12 paid holidays per year, 12 days of paid vacation per year, and paid sick leave (in accordance with applicable law)
- Office Perks – Free snacks and drinks, plus regular team events