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Systems and Software Engineering Manager

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership and Development: Inspire, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers, fostering a high-performance culture centered on accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. Technical Oversight and Architecture: Deliver technical guidance and review for firmware, software, and hardware designs, ensuring system architectures are robust, scalable, and aligned with performance and reliability standards. Project Execution: Take ownership of engineering execution from concept to deployment, collaborating with leadership to define priorities, timelines, and milestones to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage closely with product, operations, and leadership teams to synchronize engineering efforts with company goals and customer needs. System Integration and Validation: Oversee system integration, testing, and validation processes to guarantee designs meet military-grade performance, safety, and reliability benchmarks. Process and Documentation: Establish and maintain thorough documentation and engineering processes to support project transparency and communication.

About the job

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a pioneering defense startup founded by two former Navy electrical engineers renowned for their expertise in robotics and software development. We are advancing the field with our innovative design of a compact, autonomous gun turret that utilizes state-of-the-art computer vision and control systems to accurately target and neutralize small drones and loitering munitions. Our ambitious projects present exciting technical challenges, creating a vibrant and stimulating environment for skilled engineers.

At ACS, we prioritize an engineering-centric culture that promotes technical excellence and innovation. With our founders' remarkable history, including successful exits from two prior ventures valued at a combined $180M in 2022, we are dedicated to ensuring that the revolutionary technologies we create have significant real-world applications.

Position Overview:

We are on the lookout for a seasoned Systems and Software Engineering Manager to lead and cultivate a diverse engineering team specializing in firmware, software, electrical, and mechanical systems. This dual-role position combines technical expertise with managerial responsibilities, requiring sound engineering judgment along with exceptional leadership, execution, and communication skills. The ideal candidate will influence architectural decisions, steer system-level integration, and guarantee timely delivery of complex, mission-critical defense products.

About Allen Control Systems

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a groundbreaking defense startup, spearheaded by former Navy electrical engineers with a distinguished background in robotics and software. Focused on developing innovative solutions in the defense sector, ACS is committed to creating technologies that have a meaningful impact in real-world scenarios.

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