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. Our mission is to bolster the technological edge of NATO Allies and their partners to deter aggression and defend Europe.

About the team

You will join a highly dedicated and collaborative team working at the heart of our engineering and operations organization. The team brings together great people who care deeply about moving complex programs forward and supporting each other in delivering against ambitious goals.

Your mission

Design, prototype, and validate the rugged electronic systems, power distribution networks, and sensor interfaces that power our next-generation autonomous UAVs.

Responsibilities

Circuit & PCB Design: Create schematic designs and multi-layer PCB layouts for flight controllers, power management, and sensor boards.
Component Selection: Source reliable, high-performance components suitable for flight and defense conditions.
Hardware Validation: Use standard lab equipment to test, debug, and verify prototype circuit boards.
Environmental Testing: Support thermal, vibration, and electromagnetic testing to ensure hardware reliability in the field.
Firmware Collaboration: Work a

Qualifications

Core Electronics Design: Proven experience in digital and analog circuit design and multi-layer PCB layout.
CAD & Simulation Tools: Proficiency with professional EDA software (e.g., Altium, KiCad) and experience modeling and simulating power electronics systems in tools such as SPICE.
Hands-on Debugging: Strong skills in using lab tools like oscilloscopes and multimeters to diagnose hardware issues.
Basic Coding: Familiarity with C or Python for basic hardware bring-up and testing.
Defense/UAV Mindset: Understanding of the ruggedness and reliability requirements needed for aerospace or defense hardware.

Nice to have

A university degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Aerospace Engineering.
Experience designing power systems, motor controllers (ESCs), or battery management systems.
Familiarity with RF, wireless communications, or GPS integration.
Basic understanding of how embedded software interacts with hardware sensors.
Prior experience working with autonomous robotics or UAV platforms.

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