At STARK, we are building next-generation defense systems for NATO and partner countries. We operate at the intersection of product development, market strategy, and government procurement. Our Product Roadmap team collaborates closely with executive leadership, program teams, and external stakeholders to ensure that we build the right capabilities, at the right time, and with the highest rigor.
The Strategy & Operations Analyst will be a key partner supporting our MD International and the wider leadership in orchestrating the product planning, decision-making, and strategic execution process. You will help synthesize qualitative and quantitative inputs into coherent recommendations, structure complex data, and support high-stakes presentations and decisions.
Collect, structure, and collate inputs from internal teams (product, program, sales, go-to-market, etc.) into dashboards, summaries, and presentation materials
Capture and synthesize customer feedback, sales calls, tender inputs, and market signals to feed into roadmap decisions
Support development of strategic frameworks, risk evaluation matrices, and qualitative assessments
Help define hypotheses, balance trade-offs, and synthesize qualitative vs. quantitative drivers
Prepare high-quality presentation materials (for internal reviews, board-level, investor / fundraising)
Coordinate working groups, interviews with subject-matter experts, and external validation sessions
Assist in prioritization exercises, scenario planning, and strategic decision-making workflows
Maintain close alignment with Product, Program, and Go-to-Market teams to ensure strategic coherence
Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Strategy, Economics, Management, Engineering, or related field
3+ years of relevant experience (consulting, strategy, operations, internal strategy function)
Exceptional structuring, organization, and problem-solving skills
Excellent presentation skills and proficiency in slide design (PowerPoint, Google Slides, etc.)
Capability to juggle multiple streams, manage ambiguity, and bring clarity
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (German a plus)
Ability to work independently, with attention to detail, and in a fast-paced environment
Experience in defense, aerospace, or government procurement is a plus but not required
Familiarity with data tools (Excel, Google Sheets, BI tools)
Exposure to strategic decision-making at the executive level
Working in a lean, high-impact team where your contributions significantly shape product direction
Opportunity to grow into leadership or broader strategic roles
Flexible work location (Germany / UK)
Competitive compensation and benefits (aligned with STARK DEFENCE’s career offerings)