Flight Test Engineer (All genders)

ABOUT THE TEAM

STARK is a European defence technology company building the next generation of unmanned systems. You will join our dynamic Flight Operations team dedicated to demonstrating, testing, and deploying high-performance autonomous platforms. In this role, you will bridge the gap between engineering development, flight testing, and high-visibility field operations across national and international settings.

YOUR MISSION

Your mission is to fly our multirotor platforms flawlessly under real-world, high-visibility conditions, at home in Germany and internationally, showcasing product capabilities to internal stakeholders, partners, and customers.

WHAT YOU WILL DO AT STARK

• Execute precision demonstration flights of multirotor systems during live customer presentations and operational trials.
• Conduct rigorous flight testing of hardware, firmware, and software updates in controlled and field environments.
• Manage flight planning, risk assessments, airspace clearances, and regulatory compliance for all flight operations.
• Deploy nationally and internationally to support high-stakes field trials, trade shows, and customer demonstrations.
• Perform pre-flight inspections, system checks, and post-flight data collection to ensure airworthiness and safety.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to provide structured flight logs, technical feedback, and operational performance insights.
• Maintain flight safety standards, emergency protocols, and continuous improvement procedures for all mission profiles.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE MISSION

• Extensive flight experience and valid remote pilot certifications for UAV multirotor systems (e.g., A1/A3, A2, STS/SORA equivalents).
• Proven track record of manual and automated flight testing or live product demonstrations.
• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of UAV hardware, flight controllers, ground control software, and telemetry systems.
• Willingness to travel frequently for national and international field deployments and customer demonstrations.
• High composure under pressure, professional communication skills, and an uncompromising safety-first mindset.

NICE TO HAVE

• FPV piloting experience.
• Background in military UAV operations or the defence sector.
• Additional languages relevant to international demonstrations.