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About the Role
Stark is a defence technology company focused on AI-driven autonomous defence platforms and advanced software for NATO Allies. The software and systems developed directly protect personnel and defend European and national sovereignty. Employees work alongside industry leaders on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with strong R&D backing.
Responsibilities
- Design, execute, and analyze complex flight test campaigns for fixed-wing and multirotor unmanned systems.
- Ensure safe, repeatable, and performance-driven validation of autonomous guidance, navigation, and control algorithms.
- Plan and execute flight tests for fixed-wing UAVs and copters.
- Act as remote pilot (RPAS) for experimental missions.
- Design test procedures for GNSS-denied navigation, dynamic moving target engagements, high-wind and degraded sensor environments.
- Conduct pre-flight and post-flight system checks (mechanical, electrical, firmware).
- Integrate payloads, sensors, telemetry, and safety systems.
- Analyze flight logs (EKF behavior, control loops, actuator response, energy usage).
- Debug hardware/software integration issues on-site.
- Design and build custom test rigs or mechanical/electrical modifications for experimental setups.
- Coordinate with Control and Perception teams.
- Enforce strict safety and airspace compliance standards.
Requirements
- Certified UAV pilot (fixed-wing or multirotor).
- Strong understanding of flight dynamics, control theory basics, aerodynamics, and electrical systems (power distribution, ESCs, batteries).
- Mechanical assembly and rapid prototyping capability.
- Ability to read schematics and debug hardware.
- Experience with flight controllers.
- Strong troubleshooting mindset.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
Skills
- PX4 or ArduPilot experience
- Telemetry and log analysis
- Aerospace or mechanical engineering background
- GNSS-denied flight experience
- EKF debugging knowledge
- ROS2 ecosystem familiarity
- High-risk flight testing experience
- Python/C++ scripting for analysis
Location
- Remote
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Mid-level
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
About the Company
- Stark is a premier defence technology company focused on forging the future of European and national security through cutting-edge, AI-driven technology and unmatched engineering precision.
- The company's mission is to equip NATO Allies and their partners with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software.
- Stark believes that true security stems from relentless innovation, combining elite engineering talent with agile technology and an AI-native operational culture.
- The company 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.