AllenControlSystems

Mechanical Drafter

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At a Glance

Location
Austin, Texas, United States
Experience
2+ years
Posted
2026-03-10T13:00:22-04:00

Key Requirements

Required Skills

SolidWorks

Domain Knowledge

  • Engineering

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance

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Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.

2+ years of experience drafting in a mechanical/electrical engineering environment.

Proficiency with SolidWorks for mechanical modeling and drafting.

Familiarity with GD&T, mechanical tolerancing, and drafting standards (ASME Y14.5).

Understanding of mechanical assemblies, fasteners, and electro-mechanical systems.

Ability to interpret engineering concepts and translate them into accurate technical drawings.

Compensation & Benefits

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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Responsibilities

We are looking for a

Mechanical Drafter

to support our engineering team in developing detailed mechanical drawings, 3D models, and documentation for our autonomous defense systems. This role will focus on creating and maintaining accurate design documentation, ensuring drawings meet manufacturing requirements, and supporting engineers throughout the product development process. You'll play an important role in translating engineering concepts into clear, manufacturable designs.

Create and revise detailed mechanical drawings, 3D models, and assemblies in SolidWorks for manufacturing.

Develop and maintain accurate drawing packages, BOMs, and part libraries.

About the Company

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.