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Technical Project Manager Maritime (all gendfers)Stark • Swindon, England, UK
Technical Project Manager Maritime (all gendfers)

Technical Project Manager Maritime (all gendfers)

Stark • Swindon, England, UK
27 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

About Us

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.


Were focused on delivering deployable high-performance systemsnot future a time of rising threats STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europetoday.

About the team

Minerva is STARKs command and control software the brain that connects operators to autonomous systems across multiple domains in real time. The Minerva team is a small senior software group based in Berlin and Munich working directly with our systems and hardware teams to build mission-critical C2 capabilities deployed in active operational environments.


We move fast ship real software and operate under constraints most engineers never encounter low-bandwidth networks air-gapped devices and high-stakes decision loops. There is no room for abstraction for its own sake. Everything we build ends up in the hands of real operators in the field.

Your mission

To drive mission success by ensuring our R&D teams can stay focused on innovation we are seeking a Technical Project Manager with a focus on Maritime Autonomy. Reporting to theHead of Technical Project Management you will be the tactical engine room for our marine programs.


Your initial priority will be managing our maritime autonomy initiatives to ensure we build test and certify our unmanned surface vessel (USV) capabilities on time and on budget. Specifically you will take absolute ownership for the delivery of certification regulatory compliance cycle and maritime safety standards for autonomous marine systems.

Responsibilities

  • Maritime Project Execution:Manage the lifecycle of maritime autonomy R&D projects coordinating cross-functional efforts across software developers embedded hardware teams control systems and Sea trials engineers across the UK & Germany.

  • Autonomy Certification:Take ownership of the compliance and certification cycle within delivery for autonomous marine systems coordinating with ourCompliance Managerto align delivery with classification and national maritime regulatory bodies.

  • Hardware/Software Integration:Lead project planning to synchronize software releases with physical construction & integrations on prototype vessels.

  • Schedule & Risk Management:Establish detailed timelines work breakdown structures milestones resource allocation profiles and risk-mitigation strategies to deliver features on target.

  • Stakeholder Visibility:Implement dashboards and reporting systems using Jira/Confluence to provide leadership with visibility into project velocity roadblocks and delivery status.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical project management systems engineering or project leadership.

  • Demonstrated experience in deep-tech defense aerospace marine engineering or high-growth hardware-software integration environments.

  • Proven track record of managing projects under rigorous safety-critical certification and compliance standards (e.g. ISO 26262 IEC 61508 DO-178C or maritime classification society rules) following the V&V delivery model.

  • High proficiency in modern project management platforms specifically Jira Confluence and advanced planning tools.

  • Crisp structured communication style with the ability to distill complex technical constraints into clear plans and executive summaries.

  • Urgency-driven execution-focused mindset with a strong sense of personal ownership.



STARKDefence UK has achieved the ERS -The Defence Employer Recognition Bronze award 2026

Talent Contact:
Sally Grütte-Pad Interim Lead TA Partner via

Nice to have

  • Prior experience in marine/aerospace engineering military operations or defense contracting.

  • Knowledge of maritime regulations (COLREGs SOLAS) and related technologies such as AIS tracking systems

  • Familiarity with autonomous vehicle stacks (UxV) autopilot ecosystems or robotic control loop development.

About us

SECURITY CLEARANCE
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.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
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.


Required Experience:

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
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