Founders AssociateThis is a future role. We're building a shortlist now and will contact you when it opens.About usFoundational is building the most precise picture of Earth and orbit, using lasers fired from the ground. We call it ground truth for orbit.We design and run low-cost, autonomous satellite laser ranging stations. They measure the distance to satellites with extreme precision, day and night. Our data platform turns those measurements into tracking data and orbit products for satellite operators, space agencies and governments. We also build our own flight-proven laser retroreflector arrays, so any satellite can be tracked.Our station network is expanding across Europe, South America, Africa and Australia. The data supports resilient navigation, Earth observation and the safe, sustainable use of space.We're a small, fast-moving team of engineers, scientists and operators in London. We're backed by venture investors and supported by ESA, the UK Space Agency, Innovate UK and the European Innovation Council.Position OverviewLondon · Full time · On-siteYou'll work directly with our founders on whatever matters most, from commercial deals to operations and fundraising. It's the fastest way to learn how a deep-tech company is built.What you'll doRun projects across commercial, operations and strategyBuild analyses and models that support decisionsPrepare investor, board and customer materialsManage partner and supplier relationships where neededKeep cross-team priorities moving, and follow up on actionsWhat you'll bring1–4 years in consulting, banking, venture capital, a startup or similarExcellent structured thinking, writing and spreadsheet skillsA strong sense of ownership, and comfort with ambiguityCuriosity about space and deep techNice to haveA STEM degreeStartup experienceInterest in space or defence policyWhat We OfferA high-impact role with real ownership at an early-stage, venture-backed spacetech companyEMI share options (UK employees)25 Days Annual Leave + Bank HolidaysEnhanced Parental LeaveCycle to work schemesWork alongside engineers and scientists across optics, lasers, software and astrodynamicsOffices in central London, with snacks, tea, coffee and regular socialsWe actively champion underrepresented groups and seek to bridge gaps in our workforce. If you're excited by the role but don't match every point, or you’re seeking a part time role, please apply anyway and add a note into your application. Building the best team is our priority.Find Jobs in United Kingdom on Arbeitnow