Senior UAV Systems Engineer

About Us

STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionising the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments.

We are focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems, not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe today.

Your mission

You will be a key technical leader for a next-generation Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), driving a holistic, safety-by-design systems engineering approach across the entire product lifecycle. As a Senior UAV Systems Engineer, you will own the overarching platform architecture, defining how complex mechanical, electrical, avionics, and software subsystems interface and operate together. You will bridge the gap between high-level requirements and deployable hardware, managing system integration, verification activities, and leading rigorous testing campaigns to ensure our autonomous systems are robust, compliant, and mission-ready.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical authority for UAS platform development and upgrades, owning overall system coherency, a