Company Overview
Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a cutting-edge defense startup founded by two ex-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 continuous learning. 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 have a real-world impact.
Position Overview
We are looking for a motivated Inventory Control Specialist to join our team. In this role, you’ll learn the ins and outs of our supply chain while helping us manage the essential materials that power our production line. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment and play a vital part in delivering state-of-the-art technology to the DoD
What You’ll Do
● Inventory Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all inventory items. Monitor inventory levels and reorder points to prevent stockouts and overstock situations.
● Prepare 'kits' for the production team by gathering all necessary parts and hardware listed on manufacturing orders, ensuring the assembly line has everything they need to start work immediately
● Conduct regular inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies
● Procurement Collaboration: Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure accuracy of timelines, forecasting and deliveries of components and materials.
● Documentation and Reporting: Generate inventory reports, including stock levels, usage, and trends. Maintain documentation related to inventory processes and transactions
● Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve inventory control procedures and systems. Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
● Compliance and Security: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal security protocols for handling sensitive materials. Safeguard inventory against theft, damage, and unauthorized access
● Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, and logistics, to ensure smooth operations. Communicate inventory-related issues and recommendations to management
What You Bring To Us
● Prior experience in a stockroom, retail inventory, or warehouse setting is a plus, but not required. A background in a fast-paced environment where you had to track parts or supplies is ideal
● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
● Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy
● Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
● Knowledge of defense industry regulations and compliance standards is a plus
What You’ll Need To Be Successful
● Skill in both verbal and written communication
● Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
● Work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
● Self‐motivated, proactive and an effective team player
● Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
We Are Looking For Someone Who
● You are proactive and resourceful, you don’t wait for permission to solve problems.
● You are detail-oriented, but can zoom out and think strategically about systems and scalability.
● You have a hospitality mindset, you anticipate others’ needs and take pride in creating a welcoming and effective workspace.
● You thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, and you’re energized by building things from scratch.
● You’re excited to support a team of engineers and remove obstacles so they can focus on building.
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
- Prior experience in a stockroom, retail inventory, or warehouse setting
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities
- Self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player
- Knowledge of defense industry regulations and compliance standards
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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