Associate Director, Human Capital Management

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.

York is seeking an Associate Director, Human Capital Management to play a key role in shaping a modern, scalable people function during a critical phase of growth. This is a unique opportunity to step into a newly public company and help build the people strategy, from foundational infrastructure to leadership development and partnership for a rapidly scaling business.

The successful candidate will lead, develop, implement and operationalize enterprise-level people practices by providing hands-on leadership that turns priorities into action. This role partners closely with leaders to align people strategy with business objectives, ensure compliance, strengthen leadership capability, and support scalable organizational growth.

This role requires a hands-on approach, balancing day-to-day execution with forward-looking strategic planning. The role reports to the VP, Human Capital Management (HCM), will be located onsite at our Greenwood Village, Colorado facility where the majority of our employees are based.

Responsibilities

Works closely with VP HCM to provide input and develop strategy into actionable HR priorities and operational plans; serves as hands-on partner wit lifecycle management and teams to ensure high-quality execution across programs and initiatives. Develop, deploy, and oversee management/employee training and development programs, including the design of a scalable management development framework; effectively facilitates learning programs related to management, leadership and other topics as necessary.

Facilitate the continued refinement, implementation, and operational components of compensation programs to ensure competitiveness, equity, and alignment with business strategy. Support job architecture and description management by working with leaders and HCM team to develop, refine and maintain job architecture and descriptions; helps leaders and teams on organization design, roles, etc.

Serve as a senior advisor on complex and sensitive employee relations matters, providing guidance to leaders, directors and HR partners to ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes; oversees overall company intersection of employee relations, accommodations, leave administration, etc. Partner with leadership to drive organizational change, building processes, systems, and practices that support scalable growth; strengthen workforce capability through targeted interventions, talent programs, and coaching leaders, managers and employees.

Execute HCM processes and employee lifecycle operations with a continuous improvement mindset; strives for efficient and optimal experience for stakeholders, employees and cross-function partners while utilizing continuous improvement methods to evolve HCM operations. Lead a small team with focus on coaching, developing and managing performance; strives to grow and develop talent for the future.

Ability to travel up to 15% as needed.

Qualifications

7+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 4 years in leadership roles. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Demonstrated experience developing and facilitating management training and other development programs. Demonstrated experience leading the design, administration, and maintenance of compensation programs, partnering with Legal and Finance to ensure compliance, operational feasibility, and high-quality execution across all compensation cycles and processes.

Experienced in organizational design, workforce planning, and strategic HR leadership. Strong employment law acumen and experience managing highly complex HR matters; multi-state experience preferred. Proven ability to design scalable people practices in high growth environments. Demonstrates a growth mindset is solutions-focused; works effectively with varying levels of an organization to build strong and trusted working relationships.

Able to lead through change and ambiguity, setting clear priorities and maintaining disciplined execution in evolving business conditions. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, appropriate for collaborating with leaders, building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, and effectively representing the organization in communications with candidates and other external parties.

Hands on HRIS experience including data management and reporting; experience with system configuration and optimization is a plus. Willingness to perform operational tasks as well as manage more involved or sophisticated projects. 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.