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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 software architecture across the airborne companion computer, autopilot integration, and mission management subsystems. You aren't just writing application code; you are architecting the resilient airborne software platform that coordinates flight control, mission logic, sensor payloads, and tactical datalinks under microsecond constraints.
Responsibilities
- Airborne Software Architecture: Architect and maintain airborne flight-critical software modules and middleware interfacing the PX4 flight stack with the companion computer.
- State Machines & Failsafes: Lead the