Senior Hardware Engineer

STARK; München; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

STARK seeks a Senior Hardware Engineer to architect advanced electronics for unmanned systems, translating complex system requirements into high-performance hardware solutions. You will own hardware modules from concept to mass production, collaborating with mechanical and software teams to ensure robust, verifiable designs.

The role requires hands-on PCB design, Altium expertise, and the ability to lead hardware development in a dynamic aerospace/defense context.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Experience in hardware/electronic design in a safety-critical environment is valued.
• Strong debugging and verification using lab equipment.

Aufgaben

• Review requirements from the system perspective and derive them to the next level.
• Design complex PCBs in Altium for drone and aerospace platforms in coordination with mechanical and embedded software engineers.
• Support internal prototyping and verify your design according to test requirements.
• Be ready for system-level test campaigns and assist field engineers in maintenance.

Kenntnisse

PCB design

High-speed design

Mixed-signal design

Lab verification

Altium expertise

Independent lead

Safety-critical

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Aerospace

Tools

Altium Designer

Jobbeschreibung

STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionising the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective — providing operators with a decisive edge in contested environments.

We are 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.

About the team

We are the architects of the physical experience. As part of our R&D-driven Electronics Department our Hardware Team turns visionary ideas into high-performance technology. In our enthusiastic and high-energy environment, we have the tools, the talent and the passion to engineer first-class products that lead the global market.

Your mission

As a Senior Hardware Engineer, you will architect and design advanced electronics by translating complex system requirements into high-performance hardware solutions. Serving as the primary module owner, you will drive the hardware lifecycle from initial concept and cross-functional integration — collaborating closely with mechanical, embedded software and system teams — through to rigorous design verification and successful mass production.

Responsibilities

• Review the requirements from the system perspective and derive them to the next level
• Design complex PCBs in Altium for advanced drone and aerospace platforms in coordination with mechanical engineers as well as embedded software engineers
• Support internal prototyping department and verify your design according to test requirements
• Be ready for test campaigns on system level and support field-engineers in terms of maintenance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
• 5-10 years of hardware/electronic design experience
• Strong multilayer PCB, high-speed digital and mixed-signal design expertise
• Advanced Altium Designer experience
• Strong debugging and verification skills using lab equipment
• Experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, automotive, or other safety-critical industries
• Capability of providing best solutions by having limited amount of time
• Ability to independently lead hardware development from concept to production
• High flexibility to work with changing requirements

Nice to have

• Experience in developing systems according to the Safety Integrity Levels, DIN EN 61508 / 61511, ISO 26262, IEC 61508 or similar
• Experience of designing for EMI/EMC compliance of PCB as well as on system level
• German language skills for collaboration with customers and procurement stakeholders

About us

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.