Job Description

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively. We’re looking to expand our team across the board.

We’re expanding our team and looking for bold, driven engineers who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to make a lasting impact.

As a Technical Project Engineer (TPE), you will be responsible for detailed planning across all engineering activities at York Space Systems. You’ll support principal engineers to determine the tasks and activities needed to deliver multiple customer programs and R&D projects. You will drive risk management to ensure successful delivery of programs and play a critical role in continuous improvement, technical problem solving, and balancing the York engineering team.

This role will be fully on-site in the Denver area (Greenwood Village, CO).

Responsibilities

• Lead and Drive: Build and manage clear, realistic engineering schedules that keep customer programs and R&D efforts moving forward with purpose and precision.
• Champion Disruption: Look for better ways of doing things, question outdated processes, and help introduce approaches that speed up execution and strengthen technical outcomes.
• Amplify Impact: Contribute within small, fast moving teams where your work is immediately felt and your ideas genuinely shape how we deliver spacecraft systems.
• Own Outcomes: Take responsibility for identifying risks, securing the right resources, and ensuring programs stay on track from kickoff through delivery.
• Forge Partnerships: Build trust across engineering, leadership, and operations by communicating openly and collaborating effectively.
• Inspire Teams: Support engineers working across multiple space projects by helping define design approaches, research needs, development priorities, testing paths, and integration plans.
• Solve Problems: Spot risks early, understand how issues connect across programs, and help lead the development of practical, scalable solutions.
• Facilitate Milestones: Commit to major program milestones and use real data to drive progress, remove blockers, and close action items.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to refine processes, strengthen engineering workflows, and lead improvement efforts where they matter most.
• Engage Stakeholders: Work confidently with program managers, customers, and suppliers, contributing to discussions and delivering clear, compelling presentations.
• Be Adaptable: Perform other duties as assigned to support programs and the Company.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering.
• 3+ years in project engineering, systems engineering, or program management (level/salary commensurate with experience).
• PMP, ACMP certification or the desire to gain one.
• Demonstrates self-initiated work in a team environment with strong leadership skills.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a security clearance is required.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects.
• Willingness to work at least 4 days per week in our Greenwood Village, CO office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance is preferred.
• Direct experience delivering spacecraft missions across all stages of the program lifecycle.
• Experience managing projects using Jira, MS Project, and/or Power BI.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (subject to spousal surcharge).
• Company holidays, floating holidays, and sick time.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Generous 401(k) match.

How To Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply” link at the top of the page. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed. York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.