Lead and establish full-scale manufacturing operations, ensuring aerospace-grade quality and military-grade reliability in the transition from prototype to serial production.
STARK Defence is a fast-scaling European defence-tech company building advanced autonomous systems. We design, manufacture, and deploy next-generation UAVs, loitering munitions, and counter-UAS platforms for NATO-aligned forces. Precision, velocity, and compliance drive everything we build.
We’re seeking a Head of Production to establish and lead full-scale manufacturing operations at our Munich facility. You’ll own the entire production ecosystem - from process design to team build-up - ensuring our systems move from prototype to serial production with aerospace-grade quality and military-grade reliability.
Build and scale production capability for mechanical, electrical, and composite assemblies.
Lead production teams through ramp-up and operational maturity.
Design and enforce lean workflows, safety standards, and documentation discipline.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Supply Chain, and Quality to eliminate bottlenecks.
Ensure EASA Part 21G-compliant manufacturing and traceability of all flight-critical components.
10+ years in aerospace, defence, automotive or high-precision manufacturing leadership.
Proven experience establishing production from zero to serial delivery.
Strong understanding of quality management (AS9100, ISO 9001, EASA Part 21).
Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capability.
Fluent English required; German a plus.
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.
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