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 have a real-world impact.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Robotics Software Test Technician to execute hands-on testing of robotic systems and software. In this role, you will validate control algorithms, perception pipelines, and software features through structured testing to ensure each software deployment improves system safety, reliability, and performance. You will work closely with robotics and software engineers to identify issues, document results, and help drive continuous improvements in system capability.
What You'll Do:
- Operate a robot, following test protocols to verify system performance.
- Test computer vision and perception systems, including tracking reliability across varied lighting conditions, occlusions, and edge-case environments.
- Run manual and automated tests to ensure new software releases do not break existing functionality.
- Create detailed bug reports including reproduction steps, logs, and environmental context.
- Analyze test results and generate performance reports using scripting or visualization tools.
- Track and document success/failure rates and performance metrics across test scenarios.
- Troubleshoot issues at the hardware–software interface to help isolate root causes.
Required Technical Skills:
- High School Diploma
- 2-3 years of experience as a Test Technician working with Robotics software
- Proficiency with Linux/Ubuntu command-line environments.
- Ability to read, modify, and write Python or Bash scripts for testing and automation.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical intuition when diagnosing system behavior.
- Well-versed with control loops, perception and computer vision and regression testing.
- Experience with root cause analysis and documentation.
- Able to work on-site in our Austin, TX location.
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
- High School Diploma
- 2-3 years as a Test Technician working with Robotics software
- Proficiency with Linux/Ubuntu command-line environments
- Ability to read, modify, and write Python or Bash scripts for testing and automation
- Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical intuition
- Familiarity with control loops, perception and computer vision, and regression testing
- Experience with root cause analysis and documentation
- Able to work on-site in Austin, TX
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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