Company Overview
Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a cutting-edge defense startup, founded by two former Navy electrical engineers with a proven track record in robotics and software. We are developing a small, autonomous gun turret that employs advanced computer vision and control systems to precisely target and neutralize small drones and loitering munitions. Our innovative approach requires overcoming significant technical challenges, making this an exciting and dynamic environment for experienced engineers.
With an engineering-first culture, ACS values technical excellence and innovation. Backed by our founders' successful exits from two previous ventures acquired for a combined $180M in 2022, we are committed to ensuring that the groundbreaking technologies we develop will have a real-world impact.
Position Overview
Allen Control Systems is seeking an eager, hands-on CNC Support Technician to join our team in a developmental role. This position is perfect for someone with a strong mechanical foundation who is ready to take ownership of shop cleanliness, machine preparation, and basic maintenance. You will work directly under our experienced team, learning the ropes of a high-speed production environment while ensuring our machine shop remains organized and efficient. We are looking for a practical 'fixer' who enjoys hands-on work and is eager to develop their technical skills in CNC operations through direct experience and mentorship.
What You’ll Do:
- Shop Upkeep: Take pride in maintaining a world-class machine shop by ensuring floors, benches, and machines stay clean and organized to support manufacturing.
- Machine Preparation: Assist in daily machine warm-ups, coolant level checks, and chip removal to keep our CNC equipment running smoothly.
- Tooling & Assembly: Support the team by assembling workbenches, industrial racking, and basic shop furniture as we scale our facility.
- Basic Repairs: Under supervision, perform light mechanical repairs and learn to troubleshoot shop equipment.
- Hardware Management: Maintain and organize the inventory of tools, drill bits, and hardware so the shop never slows down.
- Material Handling: Assist in receiving materials and moving components between the machine shop and production floor.
- Documentation: Keep simple, accurate logs of maintenance tasks and safety checks to ensure a safe workspace.
What You'll Need:
- Eagerness to Learn: A self-motivated mindset and a genuine interest in CNC machining and defense technology.
- Mechanical Aptitude: Comfortable using basic hand tools and power tools; you likely enjoy taking things apart to see how they work.
- Reliability: A strong work ethic and the "extreme ownership" needed to manage the physical needs of the shop independently.
- Communication: Clear verbal communication and the ability to follow technical instructions accurately.
- Physical Readiness: Ability to perform hands-on work in a machine shop and manufacturing environment.
- Education/Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent; any exposure to trade schools, shop classes, or hobbyist mechanics is a major plus.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- ACS Equity Package
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Mentorship: Direct access to experienced machinists and a front-row seat to the development of cutting-edge robotics.
Allen Control Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Allen Control Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Skills Required
- Eagerness to learn about CNC machining and defense technology
- Comfortable using basic hand tools and power tools
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform hands-on troubleshooting
- Reliable with strong work ethic and ability to manage shop needs independently
- Clear verbal communication and ability to follow technical instructions
- Physical ability to perform machine shop and manufacturing tasks
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Exposure to trade school, shop classes, or hobbyist mechanics
Allen Control Systems Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage are consistently listed as employer‑provided across current role descriptions, indicating a solid core healthcare offering. This aligns with the startup‑standard package the company advertises.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is explicitly advertised alongside core health benefits in multiple postings. While accrual details aren’t shown publicly, its consistent inclusion signals baseline time‑off coverage.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An “ACS Equity Package” is repeatedly called out in job descriptions, suggesting equity grants are a standard component of total compensation. Visibility of equity across roles points to broad access to ownership upside, with specifics to be confirmed.
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What We Do
Allen Control Systems is a defense technology company for a new era of drone warfare and to completely change battlefield economics. ACS is developing counter-drone robotic gun systems targeted at neutralizing attacking drone swarms, drones that are pre-programmed with AI, and drones that are non-jammable. ACS was created to lower the cost per kill of a drone to a few dollars. We do this by combining cutting-edge hardware and software that allows us to point an inexpensive gun that already exists in the field more accurately than anyone ever has before. ACS is a remote organization, with our HQ in Austin, Texas, and an office in Alexandria, Va. If you're passionate about our mission, we’d love to hear from you.
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