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. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and

their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe.

YOUR MISSION

As a Mechanical Design Engineer at STARK, you will be the architectural force behind the physical hardware that carries our

cognitive core into the field. You will lead the design and development of complex components and assemblies, translating

ambitious technical concepts into operational products that can withstand the rigors of contested environments.

You will work hand-in-hand with our systems, stress, and electrical engineering teams, pairing rigorous mechanical design with

rapid hardware iteration. You will be responsible for navigating fast-paced engineering projects with tight deadlines, ensuring

that every bracket, housing, and structural element is optimized for performance and mass-scalability.

This role is about ownership and leadership: taking a product from an initial whiteboard concept to a final, production-ready

state. You will not just be making drawings; you will be defining the physical standards of the next generation of autonomous

defence technology.

RESPONSIBILITIES

CAD Development: Create and maintain high-fidelity models, assemblies, and detailed technical drawings using CATIA V5/V6 within

the 3DEXPERIENCE environment.

Standards & Precision: Define and enforce best practices for parametric modeling, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

(GD&T), and complex tolerance stack-ups to ensure assembly reliability.

Validation: Collaborate closely with stress engineers for load path validation and participate in critical Design Reviews

(PDR/CDR) to ensure mission success.

MANUFACTURING & PROCESS INTEGRATION

Material Selection: Drive decisive material and process selection, focusing on structural layout and manufacturability to meet

aggressive weight and strength targets.

DFM/DfAM: Apply expert knowledge of Additive Manufacturing (DfAM), injection molding, CNC machining, and sheet metal

fabrication to streamline the transition from prototype to series production.

Tooling & Testing: Design and develop critical operating equipment and specialized test benches required to validate subsystems

and accelerate program velocity.

Cross-Functional Coordination & Supply Chain

Interdisciplinary Alignment: Collaborate with Electrical Engineering, Production, and Procurement to translate abstract product

requirements into measurable quality objectives and repeatable manufacturing processes.

Supplier Engagement: Oversee technical engagement with external suppliers for structural components and secondary assemblies,

ensuring design intent is maintained through delivery.

Execution: Identify blockers in the design-to-production pipeline and proactively push issues to resolution to maintain program

momentum.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: 2+ years of experience as a CAD Engineer or Mechanical Design Engineer with a proven focus on manufacturing

processes and complex assemblies.

Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a comparable technical field.

High proficiency in CATIA V5 (Part Design, Assembly Design, Generative Shape Design).

Mindset: Mission-driven, decisive, and pragmatic. Thrives in ambiguity. You act like an owner and would rather build and

iterate than wait for permission.

Communication: High proficiency (C1/C2) in both English and German, capable of communicating complex technical context to both

local technicians and international leadership.

Security: Must be a citizen of a NATO member state (due to export control and security regulations).

Role

Mechanical Design engineer

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