Senior Hardware Engineer

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

In this role, you will drive the hardware function forward — from electronics to mechanical and structural design - building reliable, scalable and mission-ready UAV systems. You will own hardware architecture decisions, schematic design, PCB development, and system-level electronic integration for mission-critical embedded systems. This is a highly technical individual contributor role focused on deep engineering expertise, independent decision-making, and solving complex hardware challenges in demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Design complex multilayer PCBs and embedded electronic systems for advanced drone and aerospace platforms
• Develop schematics and PCB layouts in Altium Designer
• Own hardware bring-up, debugging, validation, and production readiness
• Define robust power, signal integrity, grounding, and thermal architectures
• Collaborate across embedded, mechanical, systems, and manufacturing teams
• Drive technical decisions in fast-paced, mission-critical development environments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of hardware/electronic design experience
• Strong multilayer PCB, high-speed digital, and mixed-signal design expertise
• Advanced Altium Designer experience
• Strong debugging and validation skills using lab equipment
• Experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, automotive, or other safety-critical industries
• Ability to independently lead hardware development from concept to production

Nice to have

• Experience with ruggedized, airborne, or mission-critical electronic systems
• Exposure to embedded systems, STM32 platforms, or hardware-software integration
• Familiarity with DFM, DFT, and manufacturing-oriented hardware development practices
• Experience with RF systems, secure communications, or telemetry electronics
• German language skills for collaboration with customers and procurement stakeholders

About us

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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.