Senior Flight Dynamics Integration Engineer (Wayland) (All genders)
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<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">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 &nbsp;with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software built to perform in the world’s most demanding environments.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">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.</span><br><br></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Why Join Us?</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The software and systems you work on directly protect personnel and defend European and national sovereignty.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">You will work alongside industry-leading minds on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment where bold ideas are supported by serious R&amp;D backing.</span></li> </ul></div><div class="TranslationField-module__fieldItem___g4pRX"> <h6 class="TranslationField-module__fieldItemName___Q0F_7 ds-type-heading-five"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">ABOUT THE TEAM</span></h6> <p class="TranslationField-module__fieldItemValue___c0djd"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">You will join our Open Source Aero Simulation team, dedicated to building and scaling next-generation autonomous flight systems. We focus on developing, validating, and implementing end-to-end aerodynamic and flight dynamics workflows built primarily on open-source tools and simulation frameworks. By integrating cutting-edge AI agents with open-source platforms, we accelerate rapid prototyping, multidisciplinary design optimization, and mission-critical aircraft analysis. We operate in an agile, hands-on environment where open engineering and cross-disciplinary innovation drive everything we build.</span></p> </div> <div class="TranslationField-module__fieldItem___g4pRX"> <h6 class="TranslationField-module__fieldItemName___Q0F_7 ds-type-heading-five"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">YOUR MISSION</span></h6> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As a Senior AI &amp; Flight Dynamics Integration Engineer, you will own and develop an AI-driven autonomous aircraft design and optimization workflow at STARK. You will integrate LLMs and AI agents with aerodynamics, CFD, flight dynamics, and multidisciplinary simulation tools to accelerate rapid prototyping and aircraft development. Your mission is to automate complex engineering decision-making loops and deliver highly performant, software-defined flight platforms.</span></p> </div> <div class="TranslationField-module__fieldItem___g4pRX"> <h6 class="TranslationField-module__fieldItemName___Q0F_7 ds-type-heading-five"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">WHAT YOU WILL DO AT STARK</span></h6> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop LLM and AI Agent-based engineering workflows to interpret aircraft requirements and support iterative design decisions.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Automate parametric aircraft geometry using OpenVSP, Python, and STEP-based CAD workflows.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Integrate Flow5 (VLM / Panel Methods) and OpenFOAM CFD to build aerodynamic databases including C_L, C_D, C_m, C_p, and stability derivatives.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop 6-DoF flight dynamics and flight mechanics models, including trim, stability, control authority, propulsion, and aircraft performance calculations.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Integrate aircraft KPIs such as take-off/landing speed and distance, range, endurance, rate of climb, and efficiency into an automated optimization loop.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Drive multidisciplinary design optimization (MDO) frameworks to rapidly evaluate aircraft trade-offs.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Collaborate with systems and software teams to validate dynamic models against simulation and flight test data.</span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="TranslationField-module__fieldItem___g4pRX"> <h6 class="TranslationField-module__fieldItemName___Q0F_7 ds-type-heading-five"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">WHAT YOU BRING TO THE MISSION</span></h6> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Minimum 5+ years of relevant professional experience in engineering automation, aerodynamics, or flight systems.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong background in Flight Dynamics, Aerodynamics, and Stability &amp; Control.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrated experience with Python and engineering workflow automation.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Hands-on experience with OpenFOAM, VLM/Panel methods, or OpenMDAO.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related field.</span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="TranslationField-module__fieldItem___g4pRX"> <h6 class="TranslationField-module__fieldItemName___Q0F_7 ds-type-heading-five"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">NICE TO HAVE</span></h6> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Direct knowledge and experience with OpenVSP and Flow5.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Hands-on experience integrating LLM APIs, AI Agents, and modern MDO tools.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or rapid-prototyping defence environments.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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 <strong>CV in English</strong>. We´re looking forward to meeting you!</span></p> </div> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Equal Opportunity:</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">At Stark Defence, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing team. We operate in an industry where women, as well as other minority groups, are systematically under-represented. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications—ability and impact cannot be summarised in a few bullet points. We value unique perspectives, adaptability, and a drive to solve high-stakes challenges.</span></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Security Clearance:</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">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.</span></p></div><p>Find more <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.com/english-speaking-jobs">English Speaking Jobs in Germany</a> on Arbeitnow</a>