Lead Flight Test Engineer (All Genders)

<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>Your Mission</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">As a Flight Test Engineer &amp; Onsite Test Coordinator, you are the "Conductor of the Flight Line." Depending on your seniority, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of our flight test campaigns, from initial planning and hazard assessment to execution and deep-dive data analysis.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Beyond the technical data, you serve as the primary Onsite Leader. You are the person who ensures testing priorities are crystal clear to everyone on the range. You manage the daily tempo, coordinate the crew, and ensure that every person, from pilots to software engineers, knows exactly which tests are being conducted and when. Your mission is to transform raw flight data into actionable insights while maintaining a high-tempo, disciplined, and safe testing environment.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Responsibilities</strong></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Primäre technische Autorität für die FT Engineering Säule über Field Engineering, back-office Engineering und Data Analyst Sub-Tracks hinweg.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Verantwortung für Test Planning Methodology (Test Cards, Instrumentation Plans, Telemetry Stack, Post-Flight Data Review), FRR und TRR Prozesse sowie die Engineering - Compliance - Evidenz-Pipeline für DOA.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Agiert als Flight Director Equivalent (Airbus-Modell) auf Hauptkampagnen.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Verantwortlich für Engineering-Schnittstelle zu GNC, Autonomy und Avionics Teams.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Führung des Engineering-Karrierepfads inkl. Selektion, Mentoring und Promotion.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Required Skills</strong></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">10+ Jahre Aerospace Engineering; 5+ Jahre Flight Test; 2+ Jahre Teamführung.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Master-Abschluss (oder Äquivalent) in Luft- und Raumfahrt-, Elektro- oder Control Systems Engineering.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrierte End-to-End Verantwortung für eine FT Kampagne von Test Plan bis Zertifizierungs-Evidenz.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Deutsch C1+; Englisch C1+.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Nice-To-Have</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">PhD in Flight Dynamics, Control oder Autonomy.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Loitering Munitions oder Live-Warhead Kampagnenerfahrung.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">STANAG 4671 Arbeitskenntnisse.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">PX4 / ArduPilot Codebase Vertrautheit.</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> Find Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow