Job Application for Head of Strategic Finance & Corporate Development at GITAI

About GITAI:

Humanity has been developing horizontally on Earth, but we believe now is the time to expand 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.

Your Mission

As Head of Strategic Finance & Corporate Development, you will work directly with the CEO to drive GITAI’s fundraising, capital strategy, investor relations, and corporate development efforts. This is not a back-office finance role. You will turn GITAI’s technical progress, government traction, and long-term vision into a clear financial and strategic narrative for investors and partners.

What You’ll Drive

Lead fundraising execution, including investor targeting, pitch materials, data room preparation, investor communications, and due diligence
Partner with the CEO on capital strategy, financing plans, valuation narratives, and investor positioning
Build and maintain relationships with venture capital firms, strategic investors, corporate partners, and other key stakeholders
Develop company-level financial models, business forecasts, and board-level strategic materials
Evaluate and drive corporate development, strategic partnership, and government-related growth opportunities

What We’re Looking For

This role is focused on early-stage company building and fundraising, not late-stage finance operations or mature-company FP&A.

Experience working at one or more VC-backed startups at Series B or earlier, ideally as a founder, founding team member, early executive, or finance/strategy leader
Experience raising capital for a VC-backed startup from Seed to Series B, at least once; experience across multiple fundraising rounds is strongly preferred
Direct experience with founder-led fundraising work, including investor targeting, pitch materials, investor communications, data room preparation, due diligence, and financial modeling
Strong understanding of venture capital financing, startup capital strategy, investor expectations, and how early-stage companies are evaluated
Active network across U.S. venture capital, strategic investors, or relevant startup ecosystem stakeholders
Ability to turn technical progress, market traction, and company vision into a clear financial and strategic narrative for investors and partners
High ownership, strong judgment, and willingness to work in an early-stage, high-intensity environment, including extended hours, weekends, and occasional travel as needed

Location and Position Type

Torrance, CA/ Full time

Salary

$140,000/yr - $165,000/yr
We're flexible on base salary and willing to go lower for the right candidate who values equity. This is a rare opportunity to build alongside the founder and have meaningful ownership in a deep tech company that's literally reaching for space.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare: 100% paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/AD&D Insurance for employees, with 90% coverage for dependents.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to 3.5% employer match.
Relocation Assistance: Support for eligible roles to ensure a smooth transition.
Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages to reward your talent and dedication
Equity Opportunities: Stock options in a rapidly growing startup, giving you a stake in our success (depending on role eligibility).
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.

No agency submissions, please.

Compensation includes both salary and potential equity, and may be adjusted based on the candidate’s experience and skillset.

LA salary range

$140,000 - $165,000 USD

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.

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