Job description

Who We Are 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. This vertical integration helps us move quickly, learn directly from hardware, and shorten the path from architecture to a working system. We are still early. The systems, the company, and the market are all being built at the same time. Requirements change, technical problems are often ambiguous, and many answers do not yet exist. We are looking for exceptional engineers and operators who want broad ownership, can work across disciplines, and are willing to stay close to the hardware until the mission succeeds. Your Mission We are looking for a hands-on Technical Recruiter to help us hire strong engineers as we continue to grow. Your primary focus will be recruiting Mechanical and Electrical Engineers. This role requires active sourcing and outreach, not just managing inbound applications. You should be comfortable finding strong technical candidates, reaching out directly, and working closely with our engineering leaders to move the right people through the hiring process quickly. Requirements Own sourcing and outreach for Mechanical and Electrical Engineering roles Build candidate pipelines through LinkedIn, direct outreach, referrals, universities, and relevant technical communities Review applications and conduct initial recruiter screens Work directly with hiring managers to understand technical hiring needs and candidate profiles Challenge hiring assumptions, requirements, or evaluation criteria when needed, and provide clear pushback based on candidate quality and market reality Keep candidates moving through the interview process and maintain clear communication throughout Help improve sourcing strategies, recruiting processes, and candidate quality Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; degree in engineering, science, or another technical field preferred At least 1 year of experience at a VC-backed startup at Series B or earlier Strong experience sourcing and recruiting Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineers Proven ability to identify and engage passive technical candidates through direct outreach Experience working directly with technical hiring managers Strong judgment and confidence to challenge hiring managers when necessary Able to work independently and move quickly with limited process or structure Strong written and verbal communication skills Location and Position Type Employment Type: Full-time, fixed-term employment Initial Term: 6 months Potential conversion to regular full-time employment based on performance and business needs Primarily onsite Compensation $50–$87 per hour GITAI does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing or recruiting agencies. We work only with recruiting partners that have been specifically engaged by GITAI. No fees will be paid for resumes submitted without a prior agreement. Important Notice Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), GITAI Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. GITAI USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with GITAI USA is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Requirements

Must-haves

Own sourcing and outreach for Mechanical and Electrical Engineering roles
Build candidate pipelines through LinkedIn, direct outreach, referrals, universities, and relevant technical communities
Review applications and conduct initial recruiter screens
Work directly with hiring managers to understand technical hiring needs and candidate profiles
Challenge hiring assumptions, requirements, or evaluation criteria when needed, and provide clear pushback based on candidate quality and market reality
Keep candidates moving through the interview process and maintain clear communication throughout
Help improve sourcing strategies, recruiting processes, and candidate quality
At least 1 year of experience at a VC-backed startup at Series B or earlier
Strong experience sourcing and recruiting Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineers
Proven ability to identify and engage passive technical candidates through direct outreach
Experience working directly with technical hiring managers
Strong judgment and confidence to challenge hiring managers when necessary
Able to work independently and move quickly with limited process or structure
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Location and Position Type
Employment Type: Full-time, fixed-term employment
Initial Term: 6 months
Potential conversion to regular full-time employment based on performance and business needs
Primarily onsite

Nice-to-haves

Bachelor’s degree required; degree in engineering, science, or another technical field preferred

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