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 will have a real-world impact.

Position Overview

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be the primary guardian of quality for all materials and components entering our facility. You will ensure our supply base is capable, compliant, and synchronized with our production requirements. This role requires a high-energy problem solver who can work across functional groups—from Engineering to Procurement—to resolve technical blockers and drive continuous improvement in a rapid-growth environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Audit & Qualify: Perform supplier audits and assessments to ensure technical, manufacturing, and quality capabilities align with company standards.
• Manage Non-Conformance: Lead the Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) process for supplier-related defects, ensuring robust solutions are implemented to prevent recurrence
• APQP & PPAP: Drive Advanced Product Quality Planning and Part Approval Processes to ensure new components are "right first time" before hitting the production line.
• Visibility & Reporting: Create visibility into supplier performance using Scorecards, Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) metrics, and Defect Per Million Opportunities (DPMO) reporting.
• Change Management: Review Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for impact on supplier tooling and processes, ensuring seamless transitions without supply chain disruption.
• Collaborate & Expedite: Partner with Procurement to identify high-risk suppliers and provide on-site technical support to unblock production-critical shortages.

What You’ll Need:

• Education: BS in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong command of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), statistical process control (SPC), and ERP systems.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to lead 8D, 5-Why, or Fishbone investigations to resolve complex manufacturing issues.
• Industry Context: Experience in aerospace, automotive, or high-complexity hardware industries.
• Experience with AS9100/ISO9001 standards, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification, or familiarity with US export controls (ITAR/EAR).

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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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 seeking a Data Platform Engineer who combines expert-level data infrastructure skills with a strong knowledge of AI & Machine Learning principles. In this role, you will go beyond simple data validation scripts; you will apply your understanding of model training dynamics to design and implement existing and novel approaches to optimize our datasets.

You will build and maintain large-scale image and video pipelines, but with a focus on data curation strategies—such as coreset selection, embedding-based filtering, and automated complexity scoring. You’ll partner closely with our ML engineers to orchestrate ingestion, synthetic data generation, and versioned releases, ensuring that every dataset is not only high-integrity and available but strictly optimized to maximize model performance.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and develop a scalable data infastructure, focusing on organization and curation to support continuing increases in data volume and complexity
• Design and implement existing and novel approaches to optimize datasets for model training (e.g., hard example mining, class balancing, de-duplication, embedded-based filtering).
• Support the data infrastructure required for optimal ingestion, transformation, and storing of datasets
• Develop and use synthetic data generation workflows to create realistic synthetic training data for computer vision models.
• Design and own end-to-end image and video pipelines for computer vision model training: multi-source ingestion, QA and visualization, standardization, and organization.
• Coordinate collection of real-world data; coordinate label creation and QA with labelers.
• Develop and use data quality tooling: metrics for balance, drift, and annotation error; active-learning sampling to target gaps; feedback loops from production back to curation.

• Implement and own dataset versioning, release management, and lineage and metadata cataloging.

What You’ll Need:

• 3+ years of experience in data engineering or equivalent fields.
• Solid understanding of data structures and systems design for orchestrating data-related workflows in a rapidly growing environment.
• Proficient in using AWS for data management and processing.
• Proficient in Python for scripting and data processing; proficient with SQL and Linux.
• Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Proven ability to communicate well across engineering teams, and write and maintain effective documentation.

You’ll Stand Out:

• 5+ years of industry experience.
• Experience in image/video data engineering for computer vision projects.
• Experience with PyTorch DeepCore.
• Experience with Unreal Engine.

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.

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 and manufacturing challenges, making this an exciting and dynamic environment for skilled professionals.

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 Manufacturing Recruiter to support full-cycle recruiting for high-volume manufacturing and technical operations roles. This position focuses on sourcing and hiring candidates such as manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, technicians, planners, and other manufacturing professionals to support our fast-paced, high-growth production environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for manufacturing and operations roles, including manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, technicians, production planners, and other manufacturing support positions.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, production timelines, and team needs.
• Source candidates through multiple channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, employee referrals, recruiting agencies, and networking events.
• Screen candidates for technical competency, experience in manufacturing environments, and cultural fit.
• Facilitate the interview, offer, and onboarding process to ensure a seamless candidate experience.
• Maintain accurate and compliant records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Track recruiting metrics to optimize sourcing strategies and meet high-volume hiring targets.
• Represent ACS at career fairs, industry events, and networking opportunities to attract top manufacturing talent.
  
  

What You’ll Need:

• 3–8 years of experience in recruiting, with a strong focus on manufacturing, engineering, or technical operations roles.
• Proven success in high-volume recruiting environments.
• Experience recruiting for roles such as manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, technicians, planners, or other production-related positions.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter or Greenhouse.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Startup experience is a plus.
  
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• 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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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 professionals.

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 an experienced Technical Writer to develop, organize, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for ACS’s autonomous counter-drone system. This role requires a strong ability to translate complex engineering concepts across robotics, computer vision, and embedded control systems into clear, accurate, and compliant publications that support operators, field users, and government customers.

What You’ll Do:

• Work directly with ACS engineers and founders to gather and document technical information on the autonomous turret platform, including computer vision systems, control systems, robotics hardware, and embedded software.
• Create and maintain operator manuals, user guides, system integration documents, maintenance procedures, and safety documentation for ACS’s counter-drone system.
• Develop government-facing technical deliverables compliant with applicable DoD and MIL-SPEC standards (e.g., MIL-STD-40051, S1000D, or applicable Technical Orders).
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to document hardware assembly, wiring, and maintenance procedures for the autonomous turret platform.
• Support proposal efforts and contract deliverables by producing technical narratives, SOWs, and program documentation for government customers.
• Manage document version control and maintain consistency across all publication types as the ACS product evolves rapidly.
• Prepare and submit documentation deliverables to government agencies and program offices, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and review timelines.

What You’ll Need:

• 3-7 years of experience in technical writing, with at least some focus on defense, aerospace, robotics, or hardware systems.
• Start-up exposure: comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with limited process and high autonomy.
• Familiarity with DoD documentation standards, ITAR compliance requirements, and MIL-SPEC writing guidelines (e.g., MIL-STD-40051, S1000D).
• Experience managing technical illustrations, system diagrams, and schematics within documentation for complex hardware or electromechanical systems.
• Proficiency in documentation tools (Adobe FrameMaker, MS Office Suite, Confluence, XML editors).
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 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. #LI-AS1

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

Allen Control Systems is seeking a hands-on Shop Technician to support daily shop operations, including retaping threaded holes, performing light fabrication work, building shipping crates, and assisting with general shop tasks. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work safely and efficiently in a hands-on manufacturing environment. This position will be a contract opportunity.

What You'll Do

• Retape threaded holes to required specifications and tolerances
• Inspect and clean parts prior to rework or assembly
• Build custom shipping crates and packaging for outgoing products
• Operate basic shop tools and equipment (hand tools, power tools, drill press, etc.)
• Measure and verify part dimensions using basic measuring tools (calipers, tape measure, etc.)
• Assist with light fabrication and general shop support tasks
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow work instructions, shop procedures, and safety guidelines
• Support shipping and receiving activities as needed

What You'll Need

• Prior experience in a machine shop, manufacturing, or fabrication environment preferred
• Basic understanding of mechanical components and threaded fasteners
• Ability to read basic work instructions and use measuring tools
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
  

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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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 will have a real-world impact.

Position Overview

As a Production Planner, you will manage the flow of all materials and components through the business. You will ensure the production team has work in their queue, the correct priorities, and a clear path to build without blockers. This role requires a strong team player who can work across functional groups to achieve company-wide goals in a rapid-growth environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Create production plans that translate sales/forecasts to a production plan that the procurement team can execute against.
• Release work orders to Production and kit requests to Inventory.
• Create visibility of material positions using line-of-balance, shortage, and clear-to-build reports.
• Support prioritization and expedite subassemblies to support integration timelines.
• Update demand to accommodate engineering change orders and communicate changes to procurement

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain, or a relevant field.
• 2+ years of experience in production planning or manufacturing support
• Proficiency in MRP and ERP systems, as well as MS Office (Excel), basic math, and statistics.
• Proven ability to conduct clear-to-build reviews and expedite materials through production.
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or other disruptive manufacturing industries.
• Experience with AS9100 or US export controls is a plus.

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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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 will have a real-world impact.

Position Overview

Allen Control Systems is seeking an eager, hands-on CNC Support Technician to join our team in a developmental role. This position is perfect for someone with a strong mechanical foundation who is ready to take ownership of shop cleanliness, machine preparation, and basic maintenance. You will work directly under our experienced team, learning the ropes of a high-speed production environment while ensuring our machine shop remains organized and efficient. We are looking for a practical 'fixer' who enjoys hands-on work and is eager to develop their technical skills in CNC operations through direct experience and mentorship.

What You’ll Do:

• Shop Upkeep: Take pride in maintaining a world-class machine shop by ensuring floors, benches, and machines stay clean and organized to support manufacturing.
• Machine Preparation: Assist in daily machine warm-ups, coolant level checks, and chip removal to keep our CNC equipment running smoothly.
• Tooling & Assembly: Support the team by assembling workbenches, industrial racking, and basic shop furniture as we scale our facility.
• Basic Repairs: Under supervision, perform light mechanical repairs and learn to troubleshoot shop equipment.
• Hardware Management: Maintain and organize the inventory of tools, drill bits, and hardware so the shop never slows down.
• Material Handling: Assist in receiving materials and moving components between the machine shop and production floor.
• Documentation: Keep simple, accurate logs of maintenance tasks and safety checks to ensure a safe workspace.

What You'll Need:

• Eagerness to Learn: A self-motivated mindset and a genuine interest in CNC machining and defense technology.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Comfortable using basic hand tools and power tools; you likely enjoy taking things apart to see how they work.
• Reliability: A strong work ethic and the "extreme ownership" needed to manage the physical needs of the shop independently.
• Communication: Clear verbal communication and the ability to follow technical instructions accurately.
• Physical Readiness: Ability to perform hands-on work in a machine shop and manufacturing environment.
• Education/Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent; any exposure to trade schools, shop classes, or hobbyist mechanics is a major plus.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• ACS Equity Package
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Mentorship: Direct access to experienced machinists and a front-row seat to the development of cutting-edge robotics.

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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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 will have a real-world impact.

About The Role:

We are looking for a Test Integration Engineer to join our team, focusing on system integration, bring-up, debugging, and validation of our next-generation autonomous weapon platforms. This role is highly hands-on and involves working across electrical, mechanical, and software systems to diagnose issues, improve reliability, and ensure systems perform in real-world conditions.

What You'll Do:

• Integrate electrical subsystems including motor drivers, sensors, cameras, networking and power systems.
• Perform system bring-up, debugging and validation during prototype and production phases.
• Debug and integrate systems spanning Linux-based platforms and STM32 firmware.
• Use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and other lab equipment to diagnose power, signal integrity, timing and communication issues.
• Develop and execute test procedures for electrical, communication and system level validation.
• Support field testing and help root-cause failures observed during operation
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to improve design robustness and testability.
• Build and maintain test fixtures, harnesses, and automation tools where appropriate
• Assist in validating new hardware revisions and verifying design changes.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in hardware bring-up, integration and test.
• Strong hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab instrumentation.
• Familiarity with embedded systems and firmware debugging.
• Strong proficiency working in Linux environments from the command line.
• Experience with common electrical interfaces (CAN, Ethernet, RS-422/485, UART, I²C)
• Basic scripting or programming ability (Python or C/C++).
• Understanding of real-time constraints and hardware-software integration challenges.
• A desire to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced startup environment.

You'll Stand Out:

• Hands-on work with high-power, motor-driven, or battery-based systems
• Exposure to hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or system-level test environments
• Working knowledge of embedded Linux platforms such as Yocto or Ubuntu-based systems
• Understanding of EMI and EMC considerations and field reliability challenges
• Involvement in field testing or operational deployments
• Proven ability to troubleshoot intermittent or system-level failures in complex hardware systems

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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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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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 will have a real-world impact.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Buyer 3 responsible for sourcing, procurement, and supplier management to support the production and delivery of autonomous turrets for the DoD. Your role will involve identifying reliable machined parts suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely delivery of materials while maintaining the highest quality standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology and strengthen national defense capabilities.

What You’ll Do:

• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements. Monitor supplier performance and address any issues promptly
• Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability. Continuously seeking new suppliers to ensure a diversified supply base
• Negotiation: Negotiate terms and conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost-effective agreements while maintaining quality standards
• Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve cost efficiency within the supply chain
• Risk Management: Proactively identify potential supply chain risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring continuity of supply
• Compliance: Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to government regulations and industry standards, especially those related to defense contracts
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and logistics, to ensure alignment and support project goals and timelines
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement and supply chain processes

What You Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, a related field or equivalent work experience
• Experience in procurement and supplier management with electrical components such as connectors, cables, wire harnessing, and PCBA’s
• Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with government procurement regulations (e.g., FAR, DFAR) is a plus
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools

Physical Demands:

• Occasional standing and walking within the office.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).

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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