Junior Hardware Development Engineer (all genders)
Summary
Junior hardware engineer at defence-tech company STARK in Munich, owning the hardware development cycle for battery charging equipment of unmanned systems: prototyping and debugging hardware, designing PCB layouts, selecting components, integrating modules with embedded software teams, and defining end-of-line testing.
STARK is a new kind of defence technology company, revolutionizing 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. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments.
We’re focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe.
You will be actively involved in the entire hardware development cycle for Battery Charging Equipment, with a focus on prototyping and supporting the transition into serial production.Prototyping & Debugging: Assembling and thoroughly debugging hardware prototypes.
PCB Design: Drafting, designing, and optimizing PCB layouts for new functional modules.
Component Selection: Evaluating and selecting suitable electronic and electromechanical components (e.g., connectors, cables, and functional assemblies) based on high-level system requirements.
Integration: Integrating modules into the overall system in close collaboration with Embedded Software Development Engineers.
Testing & Documentation: Defining, coordinating, and documenting End-of-Line testing procedures to ensure product reliability and quality.
Education: A completed Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
Practical Background: Experience in prototyping hardware projects, including soldering, crimping, and 3D printing. A relevant apprenticeship completed prior to or alongside your studies is a plus.
Technical Skills: Knowledge of PCB design and CAD layout tools. Experience in embedded software development is a plus.
Work Style: An independent, structured, and proactive approach to work.
Mindset: A strong, hands-on personality with a passion for building, measuring, and systematically troubleshooting real hardware.