First Mode is a creative engineering company meeting humanity’s challenges and opportunities—wherever we find them.
From the depths of the Earth to the far reaches of outer space, we build the barely possible.
Field Notes
A Better Understanding of the Surface of Mars, Thanks to the Goniometer
February 15, 2021
In October 2019, we announced that First Mode and Western Washington University were awarded a NASA contract to develop technology for geological research.
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This world’s problems are too complex and unpredictable to be solved with a siloed mindset.
That’s why we’ve assembled a team with deep and diverse experience who share a passion for solving difficult problems across a variety of industries including space, mining, and transportation.
Our team is growing quickly. We’re hiring all kinds of engineers, scientists, and more…we’d hire a juggler if the problem calls for it. If you believe the fight for a better world is just getting started, join us to meet the unknown together.
Who we are
First Mode was founded with the belief that it’s not too late to make good.
We’re a forward-thinking team of engineers, scientists, dreamers, movers and shakers. We come from different backgrounds, different disciplines, and different walks of life, but we’re united in one belief: fighting for a better world is worth it.
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In the press
International Mining: Anglo American and First Mode solving mining’s haul truck power problem
Jul 12, 2021
International Mining editorial director Paul Moore recently spent time with First Mode’s Chris Voorhees to learn about our work for Anglo American, which will result in one of the largest fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) on Earth.