<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">At Stark, we forge the future of European and national security through cutting-edge, AI-driven technology and unmatched engineering precision. As a premier defence technology company, our mission is clear: to equip NATO Allies and their partners &nbsp;with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software built to perform in the world’s most demanding environments.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We believe that true security stems from relentless innovation. By combining elite engineering talent with agile technology and an AI-native operational culture, Stark turns complex defence challenges into field-tested, multi-domain solutions.</span><br><br></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Why Join Us?</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The software and systems you work on directly protect personnel and defend European and national sovereignty.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">You will work alongside industry-leading minds on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment where bold ideas are supported by serious R&amp;D backing.</span></li> </ul></div><p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>About the Team</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">You will join a growing, highly collaborative test engineering team focused on pushing our loitering munition platforms to their absolute limits. You will work directly alongside veteran flight test, propulsion, and senior RF engineers, while benefiting from dedicated project management support. Our team culture is fast-paced and deeply hands-on; we value engineering autonomy and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems on the fly. We are actively expanding our capabilities, moving from localized pre-compliance testing to establishing a fully equipped, world-class internal ground testing workshop.</span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Your Mission</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">As a Senior Ground Test Engineer, you will be a driving force behind expanding STARK’s physical testing capabilities and building up our internal workshop infrastructure. While initially supporting our critical E3 (EMI/EMC) campaign alongside our senior RF specialists, your broader mission will be to establish and execute ground testing pipelines for environmental chambers, vibration, shock, and systems integration. Operating with high autonomy, you will procure the necessary equipment and coordinate with external test partners to ensure our systems reliably meet strict military qualification standards.</span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Responsibilities</strong></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Build up and equip&nbsp;our internal ground test workshop, identifying hardware needs, managing procurement for test tools, and establishing our in-house pre-compliance testing environment.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Expand testing capabilities&nbsp;beyond the initial E3 campaign to introduce environmental certification pipelines, including climate and environmental mechanical conditions.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Execute standard integration ground testing&nbsp;on new and existing systems to validate and prove system behavior against rigorous technical requirements.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Coordinate test campaigns&nbsp;with external partners&nbsp;and commercial test facilities (such as IABG), managing logistics, resource readiness, and scheduling for formal certifications.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Perform hands-on troubleshooting&nbsp;and root-cause analysis during test execution, implementing immediate on-the-spot fixes or documenting detailed findings to drive design improvements.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Collaborate cross-functionally&nbsp;with electronics design, systems engineering, and flight test teams to transform test data into actionable requirements for next-generation platforms.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Author comprehensive test documentation, including Test Requests (TRQs), procedural step-by-step instructions, test matrices, and formal data recording sheets.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ensure strict adherence&nbsp;to safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and military standard testing methodologies throughout all test campaigns.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Required Skills</strong></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Professional Experience:&nbsp;5+ years of hands-on ground testing, qualification, or hardware integration experience within the defense, aerospace, or UAV sectors.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Testing Diversification:&nbsp;Direct experience executing ground qualification testing under military or aerospace standards (e.g., STANAG 4370, MIL-STD-810) specifically across environmental, climatic, or dynamic (vibration/shock) regimes.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Workshop Setup:&nbsp;Experience specifying, procuring, and setting up laboratory or workshop test equipment (diagnostic tools, sensors, data acquisition systems).</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Autonomy:&nbsp;A highly independent, proactive working style ("eigenständig") with a proven track record of driving test campaigns from preparation through to final reporting.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Problem Solving:&nbsp;Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to safely isolate anomalies in complex electrical and mechanical systems.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Language Skills:&nbsp;Professional working proficiency in English; conversational German language knowledge is advantage.&nbsp;</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Nice-To-Have</strong></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Direct testing experience with loitering munitions, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), or guided tactical hardware.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Existing relationships or familiarity with European test houses and certification bodies (such as IABG).</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with automated test script generation or data post-processing tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Nominal).</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Testing Diversification:&nbsp;Direct experience executing ground qualification testing under military or aerospace standards (e.g., STANAG 4866 4867 4868, MIL-STD-461 -464, AECTP-100 to 600, DO-160)&nbsp;specifically across environmental, climatic, or dynamic (vibration/shock) regimes.</span></p> </li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Equal Opportunity:</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">At Stark Defence, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing team. We operate in an industry where women, as well as other minority groups, are systematically under-represented. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications—ability and impact cannot be summarised in a few bullet points. We value unique perspectives, adaptability, and a drive to solve high-stakes challenges.</span></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Security Clearance:</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Due to the nature of our work in the defence sector, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for this position. Details will be provided during the recruitment process.</span></p></div>

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