Mechanical Assembly Technician - 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview
ACS (Allen Control Systems) is a defense technology company building precision robotic systems for the United States and its allies. Founded by two former U.S. Navy electrical engineers with deep experience in robotics and software, ACS brings together AI, computer vision, precision motion, and advanced hardware to solve complex defense challenges across land, air, and maritime environments.

Our flagship product, Bullfrog, is an autonomous precision weapon system that transforms existing weapons into highly accurate counter-drone systems — giving warfighters a scalable, cost-effective response to one of the fastest-growing threats on the modern battlefield. Bullfrog is deployed with U.S. forces, and ACS works with organizations throughout the U.S. military and national security community.

Following a $200 million Series B at a $2.2 billion valuation, ACS is rapidly expanding manufacturing, accelerating Bullfrog deployments, and developing the next generation of autonomous battlefield systems. This is an opportunity to join a proven, fast-moving team and help scale technology with direct, real-world impact on national security.

ACS is headquartered in Austin, Texas, with additional operations in Alexandria, Virginia; Mountain View, California; and Huntsville, Alabama. For more information, visit allencontrolsystems.com .

Allen Control Systems is seeking highly motivated Mechanical Assembly Technicians, to work the 2nd shift , to support the assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical components and systems.

This is an exciting ground-floor opportunity to join our core manufacturing team. We are interested in candidates of all skill levels—from entry-level to experienced professionals—and will provide comprehensive training as required to ensure your success.

• Assemble mechanical components and subassemblies according to technical drawings and specifications.

• Read and interpret CAD models or work Instructions to ensure accurate assembly and fit.

• Operate equipment and basic shop tools to fabricate or modify parts as needed.

• Collaborate with engineers to provide feedback on designs to enhance manufacturability and assembly efficiency.

• Perform functional testing and troubleshooting of assembled units to ensure proper operation.

• Maintain accurate documentation of assembly procedures, modifications, and test results.

• Adhere to company and industry quality and safety standards during all assembly processes.

• Experience: We welcome all skill levels, from recent graduates to seasoned professionals.

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, testing, and troubleshooting is preferred, we provide full, on-the-job training for motivated entry-level candidates.

• Exceptional attention to detail combined with strong problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.

• Highly collaborative team player who demonstrates self-motivation and a proactive, bias-for-action mindset.

• Strong commitment to ownership (taking "extreme ownership") and resourcefulness in meeting goals.

• Effective verbal communication skills for clear and professional interaction

• Competitive pay

• 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.