Deployment Engineer (All Genders)

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  with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software built to perform in the world’s most demanding environments.

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.

Why Join Us?

• The software and systems you work on directly protect personnel and defend European and national sovereignty.
• You will work alongside industry-leading minds on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms.
• We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment where bold ideas are supported by serious R&D backing.

Your Mission

You own the end-to-end software deployment, firmware flashing, and baseline configuration across all onboard computing nodes on newly assembled drones. You aren't just packing crates; you are ensuring that every aircraft's software and tuning state is flight-ready, and that field deployment kits allow military units to unpack, power up, and launch within minutes in austere environments.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Flashing & Config: Own end-to-end software deployment, firmware flashing, and baseline configuration across all onboard computing nodes on newly assembled drones.
• Autopilot Tuning: Configure, calibrate, and verify all parameter settings within the DroneCore carrier board and PX4 autopilot, including flight control PID gains, filter tunes, motor output mappings, and sensor offsets.
• Configuration Baselines: Manage version-controlled configuration baselines, execute automated software flashing routines at the end of the production line, and validate flight-readiness.
• Deployment Kits & GSE: Define and validate field deployment procedures, tactical transport cases, ground support equipment (GSE), and field repair kits.
• Pre-Delivery Functional Verification: Perform final pre-delivery functional checks and support on-site field setup, customer integration, and technical troubleshooting during trial deployments.
• Engineering Feedback: Feed operational, field-handling, and packaging feedback directly back to R&D and production engineering.

Required Skills

• 2–5 years of professional experience in field engineering, systems integration, or technical deployment of ruggedized hardware / UAS.
• Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, RF, and software domains.
• Experience with UAS field operations, PX4 autopilot stack, ground control software (QGC), and battery charging infrastructure.
• Practical understanding of environmental protection (IP ratings, MIL-STD-810 transit cases).
• Working proficiency in English; high willingness to travel to customer sites and field trial locations (~40%).
• Must be a citizen of a NATO member state (due to export control and security regulations).

Equal Opportunity:

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.

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.

Security Clearance:

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.