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Team Lead Production (All Genders)
Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia, Greece · Posted 10h ago
Job Description
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.
Why Join Us?
- 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.
Your Mission
You lead the airframe manufacturing, assembly, and quality verification teams in Greece. You transform R&D designs into a repeatable, high-rate production line that outputs rugged, mission-ready tactical UAS. You aren't just overseeing a workshop; you are standing up the sovereign European defence manufacturing facility that produces battlefield-reliable hardware at scale.
Responsibilities
- Shop-Floor Leadership: Establish, organize, and manage shop-floor operations across three dedicated manufacturing lines for airframes, gimbals, and powertrain.
- Work Instructions & Translation: Translate R&D engineering release packages into standardized manufacturing work instructions (SOPs/WIs), routing sheets, and assembly jigs/tooling.
- Personnel & Line Management: Directly line-manage our team of assembly technicians, wire harness specialists, and quality control inspectors.
- Quality & EOL Testing: Oversee line balancing, workstation tooling, shop-floor 5S, and the complete end-of-line testing sequence to guarantee aerospace-grade build quality.
- Throughput & Traceability: Own line throughput, production scheduling, takt time, workstation layout, and shop-floor safety (EHS); maintain rigorous traceability, serialization, and build logs.
- DFMA Feedback Loop: Partner closely with R&D on Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA), driving iterative improvements to reduce build time and eliminate defects; collaborate with Quality Engineering on NCR and CAPA.
Required Skills
- 6+ years in production, manufacturing engineering, or assembly operations within aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electromechanical industries.
- 2+ years of supervisory or team lead experience in a regulated production environment.
- Expertise in composite structures, precision electro-mechanical assembly, harness manufacturing (IPC/WHMA-A-620), and PCB handling (IPC-A-610).
- Practical implementation of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality standards.
- Professional working proficiency in English; Greek or German is a valuable advantage.
- Must be a citizen of a NATO member state (due to export control and security regulations).
Equal Opportunity:
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.
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.