Guidance Engineer (Control)

SK Defence GR I.K.E — Thessaloníki, GR — inconnu

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Published on 1 September 2026 · first appeared in our records on 1 September 2026.

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About Us 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. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly 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. Your mission Reporting directly to the Head of the Control Team, the Guidance Engineer will drive the development of GNSS-denied navigation, guidance, and terminal autonomy for unmanned aerial systems. This role is central to enabling reliable autonomous operations in contested and degraded environments, from perception-driven navigation to closed-loop terminal guidance. Responsibilities • Design and implement guidance laws (e.g. proportional navigation, pursuit) • Develop control systems (PID, LQR, MPC, adaptive control) for aerial and mobile platforms • Build closed-loop autonomy pipelines integrating perception → state estimation → guidance → control • Implement real-time autonomy algorithms in C++ within ROS2 frameworks • Translate mission-level objectives into tactical and executable control strategies • Model system dynamics (aerodynamics, kinematics, actuator constraints) • Develop and integrate software with embedded flight control systems • Perform system-level debugging across the full autonomy stack • Support SIL/HIL simulations and real-world flight testing • Produce technical reports, validation results, and performance analyses Qualifications • Strong foundation in mathematics (linear algebra, differential equations, optimization) • Deep expertise in control theory (PID, state-space control, optimal control) • Experience with missile guidance laws (e.g. proportional navigation, missile guidance concepts) • Background in robotics / computer engineering / aerospace • Strong C++ programming skills (real-time systems) • Hands-on experience with ROS2 • Experience with embedded systems / flight controllers • Ability to design and analyze closed-loop systems • Strong debugging, system analysis, and performance evaluation skills Nice to Have • Experience with model predictive control (MPC) or advanced control strategies • Familiarity with nonlinear system modeling and simulation • Experience with UAVs, missiles, or high-dynamics autonomous systems • Knowledge of sensor fusion and navigation integration • MATLAB / Python for simulation and prototyping • Experience with Monte Carlo simulation and robustness analysis • Physics background (double major is a strong advantage) If you are not living in Greece and open to relocating from another EU country we are able to offer relocation allowance for this position. If you´re intersted in building the future of European Defence with us, and you see yourself reflected in the description above, please send us your CV in English. We´re looking forward to meeting you!