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 and manufacturing professionals.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Facilities/Office Operation Associate to be the hands-on champion of our physical workspace. You’ll ensure our facilities run smoothly and efficiently so our engineers can focus on building world-class technology. This is a foundational role with significant growth potential as we continue to scale, including increased responsibility for coordinating and overseeing the work of internal and external maintenance resources. You’ll work closely with our Office Manager to maintain clean, functional, and welcoming spaces while helping to build systems and processes from the ground up.
What You'll Do
- Keep Operations Running Smoothly: Execute daily facilities tasks that keep our buildings functional, safe, and comfortable, while coordinating the work of third-party maintenance providers.
- Support Our Growing Team: Ensure engineers have the environment and resources they need to do their best work.
- Build Scalable Processes: Create maintenance systems, checklists, and workflows that scale with our growth.
- Be the Go-To for Facilities: Handle everything from basic repairs to coordinating with contractors, vendors, and maintenance teams across our facilities network.
Day-to-Day Tasks:
- Coordinate and execute minor facility projects, repairs, and ongoing maintenance needs.
- Manage inventory and restocking of materials, supplies, and beverages, ensuring efficient logistics and proper par levels across all facilities.
- Oversee office deliveries, shipments, and storage logistics.
- Coordinate basic vehicle maintenance, cleaning, and detailing.
- Support on-site contractors and vendors as needed.
- Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to identify and address potential issues early.
- Track and maintain inventory of supplies, tools, and spare parts.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and urgent facility issues.
Qualifications:
- Experience with basic maintenance, repairs, or facilities coordination.
- Familiarity with HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, or general building maintenance.
- Comfortable using technology for tracking work orders, inventory, and checklists.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform manual labor tasks.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- ACS Equity Package
- Health, Dental, 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 with basic maintenance, repairs, or facilities coordination
- Familiarity with HVAC systems
- Familiarity with plumbing systems
- Familiarity with electrical systems
- Comfortable using technology for tracking work orders, inventory, and checklists
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform manual labor tasks
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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