Production Data Engineer - Intern

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 with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software built to perform in the world's most demanding environments.

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

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 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.

Your Mission

You will be the core architect of our digital shop floor. Your main mission is the continuous operation, optimization, and, above all, the innovative further development of our Manufacturing Execution System (MES).

In this role, you bridge the gap between IT and the shop floor: you don't just see code and data,but you truly understand the physical manufacturing processes. By ensuring a seamless, end-to-end digital production flow, you create the foundation for real-time factory intelligence

• MES Ownership & Evolution: Maintain, optimize - and actively drive the further development of our MES environment to map, support, and improve our physical assembly and manufacturing workflows.
• Process Digitalization: Actively collaborate with production teams to translate complex physical manufacturing processes into smart, digital workflows within the MES.
• Systems Integration: Connect the MES seamlessly with ERP and shop-floor automation layers to ensure full traceability, data continuity, and quality analytics.
• Production Intelligence: Develop and maintain data pipelines to monitor key performance indicators such as OEE, throughput, yield, and downtime.
• Analytics & Visualization: Build and manage intuitive dashboards to provide leadership and operations teams with actionable insights

Security Clearence

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity:

Security Clearance:

• MES Ownership & Evolution: Maintain, optimize - and actively drive the further development of our MES environment to map, support, and improve our physical assembly and manufacturing workflows.
• Process Digitalization: Actively collaborate with production teams to translate complex physical manufacturing processes into smart, digital workflows within the MES.
• Systems Integration: Connect the MES seamlessly with ERP and shop-floor automation layers to ensure full traceability, data continuity, and quality analytics.
• Mindset: Strong communication skills to act as a translator between production workers and software developers; meticulous attention to IT security and data governance.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

• The software and systems you work on directly protect personnel and defend European and national sovereignty.
• You will work alongside industry-leading minds on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms.
• We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment where bold ideas are supported by serious R&D backing