Forward Deployed Engineer (all genders)

STARK

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 — providing operators with a decisive edge in 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 STARK is building the next generation of counter-UAS capability, and we need an Electrical Engineer who wants to be at the sharp end of that problem. You'll sit within our C-UAS team in Swindon, owning the electrical design and integration of systems that need to work — reliably, in the field, under pressure. This isn't a maintenance role; you'll be shaping hardware that goes into operational environments. RESPONSIBILITIES * Design, develop, and validate electrical systems and subsystems in support of STARK's C-UAS product line. * Own schematic capture, PCB layout review, and electrical architecture documentation from concept through to production release. * Support hardware integration and bring-up, troubleshooting electrical issues across RF, power, and digital domains, including the integration of autonomy companion computers (SBCs), flight controllers, radio links, and high-power electric propulsion systems (EDFs/BLDC motors). * Collaborate closely with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to resolve cross-discipline design conflicts early. * Define and execute electrical test plans, including EMC/EMI considerations relevant to field-deployed defence systems. * Contribute to design reviews (PDR, CDR) and produce clear, accurate technical documentation. * Liaise with suppliers and contract manufacturers on component selection, lead times, and production quality. * Support field trials and customer demonstrations where electrical performance validation is required. QUALIFICATIONS * Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a closely related discipline. * Proven experience (4+ years) in hardware/electrical engineering, ideally in a defence, aerospace, or high-reliability product environment. * Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB design tools (Altium preferred). * Solid understanding of power electronics, signal integrity, and mixed-signal design. * Familiarity with EMC standards and design-for-manufacture principles. NICE TO HAVE * Direct experience with UAS, C-UAS, EW, or RF-heavy systems. * Experience with the electrical integration of seeker payloads (e.g., EO/IR Gimbals) and fuzing mechanisms. * Exposure to STANAG or MIL-SPEC design requirements. * Experience supporting field trials or rapid prototyping in a defence startup or SME context. * Familiarity with DO-254 or similar airborne/defence hardware assurance frameworks. If you're interested in building the future of European Defence with us, and you see yourself reflected on the description above, please send us your CV in English. We´re looking forward to meeting you!

STARK

ABOUT US STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing 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’re 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 Architect and scale a global supplier quality ecosystem that creates a “zero-defect” gateway between Design and Series Production—building the systems, standards, and automated processes that enable multi-plant growth without increasing manual workload. RESPONSIBILITIES * Design, implement, and continuously improve global supplier quality processes within the QMS, including CAQ deployment and standardized inspection frameworks * Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, evaluation, audits, and ongoing performance monitoring * Own supplier non-conformance management (SCAR/CAPA), root cause analysis, and enforcement of Quality Assurance Agreements (QAA) * Drive APQP, PPAP, and FAIR processes, optimizing inspection resources through risk-based part categorization (Critical vs. Low Risk) * Act as the technical bridge between Engineering and Supply Chain, translating key characteristics and design intent into manufacturable supplier standards * Lead DFMEA and process risk reviews to prevent defects before series production (“Process Defense”) * Conduct on-site supplier audits to resolve systemic process failures and ensure ISO/industry compliance * Standardize global inspection plans to ensure consistent “Pass” criteria and trusted data across plants * Proactively mitigate supply chain risks impacting cost, delivery, and performance while reducing internal inspection effort * Ensure supplier compliance with regulatory, environmental, and customer-specific requirements (e.g., REACH, RoHS, NATO, aerospace/defense standards) and mentor junior staff on low-risk validations QUALIFICATIONS * BSc/MSc in Mechatronics, Electronics, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field * 5+ years’ experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Quality Management, or Supplier Development (aerospace, automotive, or defense preferred) * Proven expertise in supplier lifecycle management (evaluation, onboarding, FAI/PPAP approval, performance monitoring) * Strong hands-on knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA/DFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and core quality tools (8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, CAPA) * Experience conducting supplier audits and working within ISO 9001 (EN9100/VDA 6.3 desirable) * Strong analytical and root cause problem-solving capabilities in complex production environments * Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP QM), MS Office, and quality management software * Fluent English required; German advantageous; strong communication and stakeholder alignment skills If you´re intersted in building the future of European Defence with us, and you see yourself reflected on the description above, please send us your CV in English. We´re looking forward to meeting you!

STARK

ABOUT US STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop and manufacture high performance unmanned aerial and terrestrial systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost effective. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments. We’re 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 We're not looking for someone who executes a spec. We're looking for someone who becomes the spec. Hand this person a napkin sketch, a rough idea, or a "we need something that can do X" — and they come back with a flying prototype, not a slide deck explaining why it's hard. This role exists for the person who's been building things in a garage, a workshop, or a shed for years because they couldn't not — and who's ready to point that obsession at Europe's defence capability instead of the next hobby build.  RESPONSIBILITIES * Take a concept from clean sheet to flying hardware — concept, design, fabrication, integration, first flight — with minimal hand-holding. * Set the technical approach when working across disciplines, and resolve design conflicts directly instead of escalating them. * Run field flight test campaigns: own the go/no-go call, diagnose failures fast, and decide whether it's a fix or a redesign. * Turn "I just know how to do this" knowledge into documentation other engineers can actually build from. * Unblock and mentor junior and mid-level engineers in design reviews and builds — no management title required. * Flag technical, schedule, or process risk before anyone asks — silence isn't a strategy here. * Iterate fast on field and test data without waiting for a retro to tell you what broke. QUALIFICATIONS * A track record of owning a full build cycle — concept to flight-tested prototype — independently, on at least one UAV/UGV or comparable platform. * Deep, hands-on experience with composites, mechanical assemblies, robotics, and embedded hardware — earned in a workshop, not from a manual. * Sound judgment under ambiguity and time pressure: you know what's good-enough-to-test versus good-enough-to-deploy without being told. * Strong independent root-cause diagnosis — you can stare at a cracked airframe or a bad flight log and get to a fix without senior sign-off. * Experience working across engineering disciplines and resolving competing technical requirements yourself. * A demonstrated instinct for mentoring or technically leading others, even informally. * A portfolio that proves it: personal builds, competition entries, workshop projects — anything that shows you've been engineering as a calling, not just a job, during and after hours. NICE TO HAVE * Active A2/A3 drone pilot certification or equivalent national licence. * CAD fluency (Fusion 360, SolidWorks) strong enough to set standards for others, not just finish your own files. * Debugging-level familiarity with flight controller ecosystems (PX4, ArduPilot, Betaflight) — not just configuration. * Fixed-wing experience, not just multirotor. * A background in competition, motorsport, or maker culture that grew into leading a build or owning a program end-to-end. If you´re interested in building the future of European Defence with us, and you see yourself reflected on the description above, please send us your  Portfolio & CV in English. We´re looking forward to meeting you!