STARK
Flight Test Engineer / UAV Pilot
TLDR
Become a key member of a collaborative team operating RPAS within the Specific Category, enhancing NATO's defense capabilities with high-performance unmanned vehicles.
About Us
STARK is a defense technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop and manufacture high performance unmanned vehicles that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost effective – giving NATO and its allies a decisive edge in the most contested environments.We’re 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
As an RPAS Operator you will become a key member of a dynamic, collaborative team at the forefront of remotely piloted aviation systems.We're looking for individuals with proven experience in all aspects of operating RPAS within the Specific Category, demonstrating precision, reliability, and a deep understanding of system capabilities. If you thrive in a high-performance environment where teamwork drives success and innovation, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
Responsibilities
- Mission Planning: Assessing flight routes, weather conditions, and airspace restrictions to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Flight Operations: Conducting pre-flight checks, controlling the RPAS during missions, and monitoring system health throughout.
- Data Collection & Analysis: Capturing imagery or sensor data, then processing and interpreting the results to meet mission goals.
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Performing routine inspections and resolving technical issues to keep systems mission-ready.
- Compliance & Safety: Adhering to aviation regulations both CAA and EASA and maintaining detailed logs and reports to ensure operational integrity.
Qualifications
- Valid certification and qualifications appropriate to the RPAS category operated, GVC and up to RPC-L4 when available.
- Proven experience conducting RPAS missions, with a strong operational background.
- Excellent situational awareness and ability to make sound judgments in dynamic conditions.
- Technical competence in RPAS systems, including troubleshooting and sensor data interpretation.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
- High standard of professionalism, with a commitment to compliance, safety, and accurate record-keeping.
- Flexibility to adapt to different environments and mission profiles.
- Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.
STARK is a defense technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures high-performance unmanned systems to enhance the deployment of autonomous technologies across various domains. Our focus is on delivering software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective solutions that give NATO Allies a decisive advantage in contested environments, addressing today's rising threats.
Test Engineer