Company Overview
ACS (Allen Control Systems) is a defense technology company building precision robotic systems for the United States and its allies. Founded by two former U.S. Navy electrical engineers with deep experience in robotics and software, ACS brings together AI, computer vision, precision motion, and advanced hardware to solve complex defense challenges across land, air, and maritime environments.
Our flagship product, Bullfrog, is an autonomous precision weapon system that transforms existing weapons into highly accurate counter-drone systems — giving warfighters a scalable, cost-effective response to one of the fastest-growing threats on the modern battlefield. Bullfrog is deployed with U.S. forces, and ACS works with organizations throughout the U.S. military and national security community.
Following a $200 million Series B at a $2.2 billion valuation, ACS is rapidly expanding manufacturing, accelerating Bullfrog deployments, and developing the next generation of autonomous battlefield systems. This is an opportunity to join a proven, fast-moving team and help scale technology with direct, real-world impact on national security.
ACS is headquartered in Austin, Texas, with additional operations in Alexandria, Virginia; Mountain View, California; and Huntsville, Alabama. For more information, visit allencontrolsystems.com.
Position Overview
Allen Control Systems is seeking highly motivated Electronics Assembly/Avionics Technicians to support the assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic systems.
This is an exciting ground-floor opportunity to join our core manufacturing team. We are interested in candidates of all skill levels—from entry-level to experienced professionals—and will provide comprehensive training as required to ensure your success.
This is an onsite position at our Pflugerville, TX manufacturing location.
Additional Details
Openings available for First Shift and Second Shift
What You'll Do
Assemble and solder electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) in accordance with industry standards.
Fabricate and terminate cables, wiring harnesses, and connectors for electronic systems.
Perform functional testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of electrical and electronic circuits.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
Operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators.
Assist engineers in the development and refinement of electronic prototypes and production units.
Create and maintain accurate documentation of testing procedures, modifications, and system repairs.
Contribute to SOP’s and relevant production documentation as they are created
Adhere to company and industry quality and safety standards when handling electronic components and assemblies.
What You'll Need
Experience: We welcome all skill levels, from recent graduates to seasoned professionals.
2+ years of experience in electronics assembly, testing, and troubleshooting is preferred, we provide full, on-the-job training for motivated entry-level candidates.
Exceptional attention to detail combined with strong problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.
Highly collaborative team player who demonstrates self-motivation and a proactive, bias-for-action mindset.
Strong commitment to ownership (taking "extreme ownership") and resourcefulness in meeting goals.
Effective verbal communication skills for clear and professional interaction
IPC-A-620 and/or IPC-A-610 will make you stand out as a candidate
What We Offer
Competitive salary
ACS Equity Package
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
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
- Experience in electronics assembly, testing, and troubleshooting; 2+ years preferred
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving and diagnostic abilities
- Collaborative, self-motivated, and proactive team player
- Strong ownership and resourcefulness in meeting goals
- Effective verbal communication skills
- IPC-A-620 and/or IPC-A-610 certification or experience
Allen Control Systems Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage are consistently listed in company profiles and job postings, with health insurance noted to begin the first day of the month after hire. Feedback suggests core medical benefits are a reliable part of the package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An ACS Equity Package is prominently advertised across roles, indicating broad access to ownership opportunities. Feedback suggests equity is positioned as a key component of total rewards for attracting technical talent.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and parental leave are publicly documented, with indications of upfront PTO for some hourly roles and schedule flexibility. Feedback suggests time-off provisions extend beyond bare-minimum coverage typical of very early-stage startups.
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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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