About this role
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
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The software and systems you work on directly protect personnel and defend European and national sovereignty.
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You will work alongside industry-leading minds on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms.
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We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment where bold ideas are supported by serious R&D backing.
ABOUT THE TEAM
You will lead our airframe manufacturing, assembly, and quality verification teams in Greece, bridging the gap between R&D designs and high-rate production. Our team is dedicated to building rugged, mission-ready tactical UAS designed for demanding environments. As part of this manufacturing initiative, you will play a pivotal role in standing up a sovereign European defence manufacturing facility focused on battlefield-reliable hardware.
YOUR MISSION
You lead the airframe manufacturing, assembly, and quality verification teams in Greece. You transform R&D designs into a repeatable, high-rate production line that outputs rugged, mission-ready tactical UAS, standing up the sovereign European defence manufacturing facility that produces battlefield-reliable hardware at scale.
WHAT YOU WILL DO AT STARK
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Establish, organize, and manage shop-floor operations across three dedicated manufacturing lines for airframes, gimbals, and powertrain.
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Translate R&D engineering release packages into standardized manufacturing work instructions (SOPs/WIs), routing sheets, and assembly jigs/tooling.
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Directly line-manage our team of assembly technicians, wire harness specialists, and quality control inspectors.
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Oversee line balancing, workstation tooling, shop-floor 5S, and the complete end-of-line testing sequence to guarantee aerospace-grade build quality.
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Own line throughput, production scheduling, takt time, workstation layout, and shop-floor safety (EHS); maintain rigorous traceability, serialization, and build logs.
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Partner closely with R&D on Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA), driving iterative improvements to reduce build time and eliminate defects; collaborate with Quality Engineering on NCR and CAPA.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE MISSION
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6+ years in production, manufacturing engineering, or assembly operations within aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electromechanical industries.
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2+ years of supervisory or team lead experience in a regulated production environment.
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Expertise in composite structures, precision electro-mechanical assembly, harness manufacturing (IPC/WHMA-A-620), and PCB handling (IPC-A-610).
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Practical implementation of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality standards.
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Professional working proficiency in English.
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Must be a citizen of a NATO member state (due to export control and security regulations).
NICE TO HAVE
- Proficiency in Greek or German is a valuable advantage.
If you're interested in building the future of European Defence with us, and you see yourself reflected on the description above, please send us your CV in English. We're looking forward to meeting you!
SECURITY CLEARANCE
Due to the nature of our work in the defence sector, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for this position. Details will be provided during the recruitment process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.