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About the Role

As a UAV Pilot / GCS Operator, your mission is to be the final gatekeeper of quality and safety. Working alongside Flight Test Engineers, you will lead the execution and reporting of production flight tests. Your role is to ensure that every system leaving our facility meets our rigorous performance standards and design specifications. You will spend your days at the intersection of production and operations, monitoring live telemetry, validating autonomous behaviors, and providing the engineering team with the data they need to iterate. You aren't just operating a drone; you are certifying a capability that will be deployed in the world's most demanding environments.

Responsibilities

Conduct remote piloting and GCS operation for production-level unmanned aircraft.
Execute standardized flight test programmes with high repeatability and precision to validate system performance.
Monitor live telemetry and onboard video streams in real-time, ensuring flight conditions remain within the test envelope.
Coordinate with observers and test engineers to maintain safe, efficient operations in a collaborative team environment.
Perform pre-flight configurations, control link verifications, and comprehensive functional system checks.
Assist in the ground verification of flight-critical hardware and software before takeoff.
Maintain rigorous logbook standards and regulatory record keeping for every airframe tested.
Act as the tactical lead for airspace monitoring and deconfliction in accordance with SORA and EASA requirements.
Respond decisively to flight anomalies and emergency situations by following established safety protocols.
Contribute to the evolution of pilot training materials, safety documentation, and operational procedures.

Requirements

Valid EU A1/A3 and A2 Remote Pilot Certificates (EASA).
Valid radio operator certificate (e.g., BZF) or willingness to obtain one.
Proven experience with professional GCS software, mission planning tools, and telemetry monitoring.
Familiarity with flight safety protocols, particularly under BVLOS conditions.
Must be a citizen of a NATO member state (due to export control and security regulations).
High degree of comfort with structured, high-discipline test procedures.
Ability to maintain deep situational awareness during long test sessions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Familiarity with regulatory recordkeeping and post-flight documentation.
Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for this position.

Skills

Precision-Oriented
Reliable
Agile
Remote piloting
GCS operation
Mission planning
Telemetry monitoring
Flight safety protocols
BVLOS conditions
Structured test procedures
Situational awareness
Written communication
Verbal communication
Regulatory recordkeeping
Post-flight documentation
Ardupilot
PX4 autopilot systems

Location

Remote

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Entry Level
Mid-Level

Education Level

High School Diploma

About the Company

At Stark, we forge the future of European and national security through cutting-edge, AI-driven technology and unmatched engineering precision.
As a premier defence technology company, our mission is clear: to equip NATO Allies and their partners with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software built to perform in the world’s most demanding environments.
We believe that true security stems from relentless innovation.
By combining elite engineering talent with agile technology and an AI-native operational culture, Stark turns complex defence challenges into field-tested, multi-domain solutions.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.