What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Business Analyst position at York Space Systems?
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.
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and strategic Continuous Improvement Specialist to drive operational excellence and promote a culture of continuous improvement across functional groups but primarily for Supply Chain and Purchasing. This role will focus on helping teams achieve improved productivity and quality using Lean Six Sigma methods of data-driven decision-making, standardized processes, and proactive problem-solving. The specialist may also support testing of IT enhancements and system integrations, ensuring alignment between business needs and automation.
This role will be fully on-site in our Greenwood Village office.
Key Responsibilities
Continuous Improvement
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.
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and strategic Continuous Improvement Specialist to drive operational excellence and promote a culture of continuous improvement across functional groups but primarily for Supply Chain and Purchasing. This role will focus on helping teams achieve improved productivity and quality using Lean Six Sigma methods of data-driven decision-making, standardized processes, and proactive problem-solving. The specialist may also support testing of IT enhancements and system integrations, ensuring alignment between business needs and automation.
This role will be fully on-site in our Greenwood Village office.
Key Responsibilities
Continuous Improvement
- Assess current process maturity, identify gaps and prioritize areas of opportunity.
- Develop and implement quick, visible process improvements with measurable outcomes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize work.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote Lean, Six Sigma methodologies.
- Monitor performance metrics to ensure sustained improvements.
- Experience deploying Lean methodologies.
- Lead or support improvement initiatives using structured project management tools.
- Track progress, risks, and deliverables across multiple projects.
- Prepare reports and presentations for leadership on project outcomes and maturity progress.
- Partner with IT and business stakeholders to define ERP requirements for enhancements.
- Support UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and ensure functional alignment.
- Document test cases, results, and feedback for continuous refinement.
- Act as a liaison between technical teams and business users to ensure seamless implementation.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, IT, or related field.
- 3 years of experience in continuous improvement, process optimization, ERP implementation or project management.
- Application of Lean or Six Sigma methods to drive improvements
- Experience with Oracle, process mapping, and automation projects highly desirable.
- Strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills.
- Certification in Lean Six Sigma
- Experience with tools like Visio, Jira, Confluence, Power BI, or Tableau.
- Leading Kaizen events
- Managing multiple projects with focus on delivering on time results.
- Comfortable working in a hybrid or matrixed organizational structure.
- Experience Internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or lean environment preferred.
- Eager to learn and develop new skills.
- Proven track record of driving results with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
- Proactive and innovative mindset.
- Ability to adapt to change.
- Detail-oriented with a willingness to take on new challenges.
- 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.
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.
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000