IT Project Manager

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 are seeking a highly motivated and experienced IT Project Manager to join our team. The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering technology projects that support organizational goals. This role works closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, and leadership to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

The IT Project Manager applies project management best practices, promotes clear communication, and drives successful outcomes across the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of IT projects, including scope definition, requirements gathering, scheduling, budgeting, resource planning.
• Develop projects plans, timelines, and documentation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams including developers, system engineers, vendors, and business partners.
• Track project progress and deliverables; regularly provide updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues; escalate as needed.
• Facilitate project meetings, design reviews, and stakeholder workshops.
• Manage project budgets, cost tracking, and procurement activities.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies, governance, and quality standards.
• Support change management, use adoption, and transition-to-operations activities.
• Document lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the PMO or IT department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5 + years of experience managing IT projects or cross-functional technical initiatives.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and coordinate work across technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with project management tools.
• 100% in office position.
• Self-starter.

Key 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.