Klaus Bayer serves as a Senior Advisor at Starburst.

Building on a strong technical foundation as Head of Systems Engineering and Team Lead for Real-Time Software Development at Airbus Defence and Space, Klaus transitioned into executive leadership at MBDA. Over a 16-year tenure, including his role as Group Head of Industrial & Technical Strategy, he guided strategy development, multinational programs, and comprehensive technology portfolios across the European aerospace and defense sectors.

With nearly 30 years of industry experience, Klaus brings a unique perspective defined by three core pillars: defense and dual-use innovation, international industrial strategy, and academic engagement. He provides deep expertise in defense technology, advising corporations on strategic growth and the integration of dual-use capabilities. In the realm of industrial strategy, he has a proven history of fostering cross-border collaboration and managing complex partnerships within highly regulated environments. Furthermore, he actively bridges the gap between industry and education, lecturing on project management, business administration, and the security sector at the Munich University of Applied Sciences and Deggendorf Institute of Technology.