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 an autonomous gun turret using advanced computer vision and control systems to precisely detect, track, and neutralize enemy drones.
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:
As a Technical Operations Engineer, you will serve as an on-site subject matter expert for ACS products, supporting both domestic and international events. You’ll bring a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and software systems that govern our robots, and will be directly embedded with the engineering team for troubleshooting and problem-solving. This role requires a hands-on, resourceful engineer who can diagnose and resolve issues in the field, ensuring reliable system performance in diverse operational environments.
What You’ll Do:
Act as an on-site product SME for ACS systems during CONUS and OCONUS events.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across mechanical, electrical, and software systems with minimal support.
Collaborate closely with the engineering team to identify, isolate, and solve problems.
Apply practical knowledge of networking layers for both hardline and mesh networks.
Utilize mechanical aptitude to address hardware and system-level challenges.
Perform basic Linux-based tasks, including log access, configuration updates, and system modifications via CLI.
Ensure mission readiness of ACS systems and provide direct technical support to program managers and operators.
What You’ll Need:
3+ years of experience in technical operations, field engineering, or robotics/mechatronics.
Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
Working knowledge of networking concepts for both wired and mesh network environments.
Hands-on mechanical aptitude (hobby mechanic, robotics, construction, or similar practical experience).
Basic Linux proficiency, including CLI navigation, log analysis, and configuration updates.
Ability to work independently in challenging environments with minimal support.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, robotics, or related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support mission events.
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
- 3+ years of experience in technical operations, field engineering, or robotics/mechatronics.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
- Working knowledge of networking concepts for both wired and mesh network environments.
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude (hobby mechanic, robotics, construction, or similar practical experience).
- Basic Linux proficiency, including CLI navigation, log analysis, and configuration updates.
- Ability to work independently in challenging environments with minimal support.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, robotics, or related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support mission events.
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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