Systems Test Engineer - All Levels - Allen Control Systems

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 an autonomous gun turret using advanced computer vision and control systems to precisely detect, track, and neutralize enemy drones.

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 Systems Test Engineer to join our team and own system-level test execution for our next-generation autonomous weapon platforms. In this role, you will design test plans, run integrated hardware/software evaluations, analyze results, and help uncover issues before they become field problems.

You will work closely with design, controls, software, and operations teams to validate performance, improve test coverage, and build confidence that the system is ready for deployment. The ideal candidate is hands-on, technically rigorous, and excited to operate at the intersection of testing, integration, and fast-paced product development.

We’re hiring across multiple experience levels, including:

• Associate Engineer
• Engineer
• Senior Engineer
• Staff Engineer
• Senior Staff Engineer

Your title and level will be determined based on your experience, skills, and the scope of responsibility appropriate for

the role

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What You'll Do

• Own test readiness, test execution, instrumentation, post-processing, and evidence packages for system verification work.
• Define data products, output formats, quick-look checks, and post-test analysis workflows before a test starts.
• Ensure no test leaves the facility without usable data, a clear owner for analysis, and an initial quality check on results.
• Build and improve test procedures, instrumentation plans, checklists, and post-test review workflows.
• Support bring-up, debugging, and fault isolation across system interfaces during verification efforts.
• Work with systems, mechanical, electrical, and software teams to improve test quality, repeatability, and observability.
• Drive disciplined handling of raw data, intermediate results, and test evidence so verification outcomes are defensible.
• Help translate test results into clear evidence packages that support requirement closure and engineering decisions.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in hands-on system testing, integration, instrumentation, data capture, or post-processing.