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 a Seniopr / Principal Project Manager you will take accountability and successfully deliver complex, international engineering projects. This is a role for a project professional who understands the commercial and operational mechanics of a business as well as the technical delivery. You will be responsible for navigating projects through high levels of ambiguity and ensuring they are delivered legally, profitably, and on time.
Responsibilities
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End-to-End Delivery: Directing multi-disciplinary teams across different countries to deliver high-stakes engineering programmes.
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Commercial & Regulatory Oversight: Managing the project lifecycle, including contract negotiations and project execution with a deep understanding of associated elements such as supply chain, export licensing and international logistics.
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Strategic Adaptability: Applying the right methodology for the task - utilising structured Waterfall planning where necessary, and Agile practices when speed and flexibility are paramount.
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Operational Leadership: Acting as the central point of contact for stakeholders and customers, ensuring technical requirements align with business objectives and legal constraints.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in project management and delivery in both waterfall and agile environments.
- Background in engineering or significant experience leading complex technical projects in complex, multi-national environments.
- Possess a broad understanding of how a business functions, specifically regarding the risks and requirements of moving hardware and technology globally.
- Strong account management and customer relationship management skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Comfortable working at a fast pace and have a genuine desire to improve how we operate. We want someone who will challenge the defence status quo to find more efficient ways of working without compromising on quality.
- Experience in defence or technology sectors preferred.
- Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance
