Product Owner AI & Automation

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.

Own the early-stage ideation proof of concepts (PoCs) and client demonstrators for our core products. Translate complex defense needs into tangible product experiences that showcase the capabilities of AI and autonomous systems. Acting at the intersection of engineering strategy and customer engagement you will work closely with Go-to-Market teams industry partners and product development to demonstrate the art of the possible and build trust with clients through compelling real-world prototypes.

If you are high-agency driven and creative product person who thrives on turning ambiguous operational challenges into working prototypes and compelling client demonstrations this is your command center.

• Own early-stage product ideation by identifying emerging operational needs and conceptualizing innovative solutions for next-generation capabilities.

• Design manage and deliver high-impact Proof of Concepts and client demonstrators that clearly showcase the value performance and scalability of our systems.

• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to translate ambiguous operational challenges into concrete prototype requirements and working solutions.

• Act as the bridge between engineering Go-to-Market teams and external partners to align technical feasibility with client objectives.

• Lead or support client engagements by demonstrating working software and hardware prototypes that solve real operational challenges.

• Drive the rapid development of demonstrators that balance speed-to-deployment with meaningful functionality.

• Help shape the early-stage product roadmap by capturing insights from customer interactions demonstrations and prototype deployments.

• . Engineering Computer Science Business or equivalent practical experience in technical product management or consulting.

• 3 years of experience delivering complex technical products MVPs or Proof of Concepts from concept to deployment.

• Experience working closely with both engineering teams and commercial or Go-to-Market stakeholders.

• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Experience in defense robotics aerospace or a similarly complex hardware-adjacent technology sector is a plus.

• Familiarity with defense procurement processes or NATO environments is a plus.

• German language skills at C1 level or higher are a plus.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% within Germany and internationally.