Software Engineer I - Ground Software

York Space Systems; Laurel (MD); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

401K

Job summary

York Space Systems, located in Laurel, Maryland, is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to join their team. This early-career role offers the chance to build modern web applications using technologies like React and TypeScript, while working in a collaborative environment alongside experienced developers.

The position emphasizes mentorship and continuous learning, suitable for those enthusiastic about growing within a technically demanding role. A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, is provided along with PTO and a 401K.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of software engineering experience, including internships.
• Foundational understanding of modern React or Angular and its core principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop user-facing features using TypeScript and React.
• Translate designs and requirements into clean, readable code.
• Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning and standups.

Skills

React

TypeScript

C# .NET

Git

REST APIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kafka

SQL

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 are looking for a Full Stack Software Engineer who is passionate about building software that pushes the bounds of what's possible. Our software is a modern web-based application (React/TypeScript, C# .NET) with a microservice infrastructure (Docker, Kafka, REST) that operators use to monitor and control constellations of spacecraft across several active missions.

This is an early-career role designed for engineers who are eager to grow quickly in a technically demanding environment. You'll work alongside experienced engineers who will support your development through mentorship, code reviews, and collaborative design discussions. As you ramp up, you'll take on real feature work like implementing UI components, building backend logic, fixing bugs, and contributing to the same platform that operators use to manage active satellite missions. The problems we work on are complex, and you will be supported by your team and leadership to engage with and grow into that complexity over time.

Prior Space-industry Experience Is Not Required.

Position Details

• Team size: 6-8 developers
• Remote Policy: Hybrid (4 days in office)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop user-facing features using TypeScript and React, working within an established codebase and tech stack
• Translate designs and requirements into clean, readable code with guidance from senior team members
• Build and maintain reusable UI components following existing patterns and design systems
• Write unit tests and documentation for internal users and customers
• Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related field
• 0-1 years of software engineering (includes internships)
• Foundational understanding of modern React or Angular and its core principles
• Familiarity with common front-end development tools such as Yarn, Babel, Material-UI, etc.
• Experience with Git or other source control tools
• Familiarity with REST APIs and how to consume them
• Familiarity with SQL databases
• Eagerness to continue to learn and improve
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to proactively seek information & guidance when encountering vague or confusing requirements
• Ability to obtain and hold a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with strongly typed languages such as C# or TypeScript
• Experience with modern state management tools such as TanStack Query

Benefits

In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.

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.