Autopilot Engineer (Control) - (all genders)

STARK is a defense technology company revolutionising 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.

• Optimise/modify/program  autopilot firmware to process the commands of our autonomous system
• Make it compatible with our AI systems
• Testing, debugging both autopilot and its integration into the controller.
• Integrating it into our simulation via software-in-the-loop / hardware-in-the-loop.
• Help solve upcoming challenges within the team
• Applying problem solving skills to contribute to achieving team goals

• Bachelor´s or Master´s degree in Robotics, software engineering, computer science, or similar relevant areas of expertise
• +3 to 6 years of experience working in similar roles within this industry
• Expert in MAVlink protocol
• Good knowledge of PX4 firmware 
• Expert in C++ and Python
• Excellent understanding of microcontrollers for real time operating systems
• Understanding of control systems
• Excellent team player
• Applicants MUST eligible for UK Security Clearance and willing to be in the South West England area  2-3 days per week