Proposal/Marketing Creative Lead

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
York Space Systems is seeking a highly creative, detail-oriented Proposal/Marketing Creative Lead to support business development and capture efforts in government space systems programs. This role will drive visual strategy, storytelling, and proposal content for competitive U.S Government and commercial space systems pursuits. The ideal candidate will blend design expertise with persuasive copywriting to develop compliant, on-brand, and compelling proposals, presentations, and marketing collateral that win.

Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Creative Direction

• Lead the visual and narrative strategy for proposals, presentations, qualifications packages, and marketing collateral
• Ensure brand alignment and clear communication of win themes, discriminators, and value propositions

Content & Visual Development

• Create graphics, infographics, system/architecture diagrams, data visualizations, and visual storytelling assets for page-limited submissions
• Develop layouts, templates, and multimedia content (PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, videos) for proposals and corporate presentations
• Support, edit, and contribute to proposal writing to ensure persuasive and accurate messaging

Proposal Operations & Compliance

• Support proposal operations activities from RFI/RFP/RFQ/OTA/IDIQ task order release through final submission
• Format and package proposal volumes in accordance with RFP instructions (Section L & M) and solicitation requirements; maintain compliance throughout
• Prepare final deliverables for electronic submission via portals

Collaboration & Reviews

• Partner with Proposal Operations, Capture Managers, Business Development, and subject matter experts to translate technical concepts into clear, compelling visuals
• Participate in color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) and iterative editing cycles to meet aggressive proposal deadlines

Process, Tools, & Knowledge Management

• Maintain document version control, file structures, and repositories (SharePoint/Teams)
• Support managing proposal library and reusable content database; capture best practices to continually improve workflows
• Stay current on federal contracting trends, proposal standards, and commercial marketing best practices

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of experience in proposal graphics, marketing, or creative roles supporting government contracting and/or commercial experience
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft PowerPoint with version control tools, and collaboration platforms (SharePoint/Teams)
• Strong visual storytelling, conceptual design, and layout skills with the ability to synthesize technical inputs into clear visuals
• Knowledge of proposal compliance and Section L/M requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines and collaborate across technical and business teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; exceptional organization and multitasking abilities

Preferred:

• 5+ years of experience; track record serving as the creative lead on high-value competitive bids (e.g., $50M+)
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and data visualization tools; strong understanding of page-limited submission strategy
• Experience visualizing technical systems (e.g., space architectures, ground systems, cybersecurity, ISR, satellite systems)
• Familiarity with OTAs, FAR/DFARS, federal procurement standards, and proposal best practices
• Exposure to cross-functional capture processes; familiarity with Shipley/APMP or similar methodologies
• Experience supporting DoD, Space Force, NASA, or IC-related proposals
• Exposure to space systems domains (satellite systems, ground systems, ISR, command & control, space domain awareness)

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.

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.