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York Space Systems

NYSE: YSS

Denver, US · Founded 2012 · Colorado LLC · 4 known investors

York Space Systems designs and manufactures satellite platforms, spacecraft components, and ground infrastructure for operating large constellations, targeting defense and government missions. Its offerings span spacecraft production, launch coordination, laser/optical/RF cross-link communications, and mission control software for end-to-end constellation operations.

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Founders & leadership

York Space Systems was founded in 2012 by Dirk Wallinger.

DWDirk Wallinger
Dirk WallingerinFounder · CEO

Board

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Robert AssenmacherBoard director
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Willam BonnerBoard director
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Brad WilfordBoard director

Investors · 4

AE Industrial PartnersBoca Raton
Central Texas Angel NetworkAustin
Republic Capital (ex Republic Labs)New York
Space CapitalNew York City

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$250K disclosed across 1 round · 2015

▶$250KraisedApr 2016 · 9 investors · Other
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Dirk WallingerDirector
  • Robert AssenmacherDirector
  • Willam BonnerDirector
  • Brad WilfordDirector
Amount sold
$250K
Minimum investment
$10K
Proceeds to insiders
$120K
First sale
Jan 2015
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Colorado, 2012
Federal exemptions
05
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Competitors · 4

by search overlap
Capella Space79 shared keywordsCapella Space designs, builds, and operates synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellations that provide all-weather, day-and-night Earth observation imagery at sub-0.25m resolution. It offers an automated end-to-end tasking and data delivery platform serving defense and intelligence, maritime, disaster response, and infrastructure monitoring customers.
Sierra Space48 shared keywordsSpace company developing the Dream Chaser commercial spaceplane and the LIFE habitat for a next-generation LEO space station.
Poshmark, Inc.32 shared keywordsPoshmark is a fashion resale marketplace that enables individuals to buy and sell secondhand clothing and accessories through a mobile-first platform. The company operates a community-driven commerce model focused on sustainable fashion across the U.S. and Canada.
Lockheedmartin32 shared keywordsLockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that develops military aircraft, missile defense systems, helicopters, radar and sensor systems, spacecraft, and cybersecurity capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense, federal government agencies, and international customers.

Companies competing with York Space Systems for the same Google search keywords, organic and paid, via search-intersection analysis.

Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
U.S. Air ForceAir ForcePhase ISTTR2020$50K

Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.

In the news

A test mission reached 200 kilometers above Earth. York Space Systems now offers a spacecraft for that orbit.stocktitan.net · Sep 2026Stockholder Alert: Robbins LLP Informs Investors of the York Space Systems Inc. Class Action | The AI Journalaijourn.com · Sep 2026YSS INVESTOR ALERT: York Space Systems Inc. Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead the York Space Class Action Lawsuitprnewswire.com · Sep 2026Space Startup Funding Hits Record $20.3B in 2026; Orbital Compute Leads Surgetechtimes.com · Aug 2026York Space Systems selected for Space Force data network program By Investing.cominvesting.com · Aug 2026

Frequently asked questions

What does York Space Systems do?
York Space Systems designs and manufactures satellite platforms, spacecraft components, and ground infrastructure for operating large constellations, targeting defense and government missions. Its offerings span spacecraft production, launch coordination, laser/optical/RF cross-link communications, and mission control software for end-to-end constellation operations.
Who founded York Space Systems?
York Space Systems was founded by Dirk Wallinger in 2012.
Who are York Space Systems's investors?
York Space Systems's investors include AE Industrial Partners, Central Texas Angel Network, Republic Capital (ex Republic Labs), Space Capital.
How much funding has York Space Systems raised?
York Space Systems has disclosed $250K raised across 1 round.
Where is York Space Systems headquartered?
York Space Systems is headquartered in Denver, US.