Systems/Software Engineering Manager

Experience: 7+ years of professional engineering experience, with at least 2+ years in an engineering leadership or management role.

Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Technical Background: Strong understanding of embedded systems, robotics, autonomous systems, or defense-related technologies.

Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead teams, manage performance, and develop engineers at varying career stages.

Systems Thinking: Experience overseeing complex, multidisciplinary systems involving software, firmware, electronics, and mechanical components.

Execution Focus: Strong project management instincts with the ability to balance speed, quality, and technical risk.

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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We are seeking an experienced

Systems/Software Engineering Manager

to lead and grow a multidisciplinary engineering team working across firmware, software, electrical, and mechanical systems. This role is both technical and managerial, requiring hands-on engineering judgment alongside strong leadership, execution, and communication skills. The ideal candidate will help drive architecture decisions, guide system-level integration, and ensure on-time delivery of complex, mission-critical defense products.

Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers across multiple disciplines. Foster a high-performance, engineering-first culture focused on accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Technical Oversight and Architecture: Provide technical direction and review for firmware, software, and hardware designs.

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 have a real-world impact.