Allen Control Systems

Role Description ACS is executing international defense sales today, including direct commercial sales to foreign militaries, distributor and reseller channel agreements, and strategic partnerships across APAC and EMEA. To keep pace with the growth of our international pipeline, we are deliberately building the commercial infrastructure to support it at scale. We are looking for an International Contracts Manager or Director to lead deal structuring, negotiation, and export compliance alignment across our international commercial portfolio. This role sits at the intersection of commercial execution and regulatory compliance. You will be the person who helps ACS close international deals correctly, consistently, and at pace. This is a newly created role with real ownership. Depending on timing, you may be refining and operationalizing frameworks already in development, building from a foundation established with outside counsel, or driving that development directly. In any scenario, the mandate is the same: establish scalable, defensible commercial agreements that protect ACS and allow the business to move. For the right candidate, this is a meaningful opportunity to shape a critical function at a company doing consequential work in a market that matters. What You'll Do - Lead negotiation of direct commercial sales agreements with foreign military and government customers, distributor and reseller agreements, and strategic partnerships and teaming arrangements. - Structure transactions to address payment risk, cross-border delivery and acceptance, warranty and sustainment obligations, and phased procurement frameworks. - Translate ITAR and EAR requirements into executable contract terms that protect ACS without creating unnecessary friction in deal execution. - Coordinate with internal and external experts on licensing strategy, including DSP-5, TAA, MLA, and EAR equivalents. - Ensure contracts align with license scope and do not overpromise to customers or channel partners. - Integrate FCPA compliance, sanctions screening, and anti-corruption provisions into ACS's commercial agreements. - Ensure sub-agent controls, audit rights, and end-use and re-transfer restrictions are consistently applied. - Identify and mitigate cross-border commercial risk, including currency and payment exposure, foreign tax and VAT implications, and jurisdiction and dispute resolution strategy. - Establish ACS's standard positions on limitation of liability, indemnification, and IP ownership. - Partner with Business Development to engage early in deal shaping before commercial terms become entrenched. - Build scalable templates, playbooks, and deal review processes that allow the business to move consistently and confidently across international markets. - Serve as a trusted internal advisor to BD, operations, and leadership. - Educate internal teams on export control boundaries and commercial risk. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Business, International Relations, Law, or a related field; JD or Master's preferred but not required. - 8+ years of hands-on international commercial contracting experience with a demonstrated track record of negotiating and closing cross-border agreements. - Working knowledge of ITAR and EAR, including practical experience translating export control requirements into contract language. - Experience with FCPA compliance and anti-corruption provisions in international commercial agreements. - Strong understanding of international risk allocation, including payment structures, limitation of liability, indemnification, jurisdiction, and dispute resolution. - Ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving, resource-constrained environment. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - U.S. person status required (ITAR compliance). You'll Stand Out - Defense, aerospace, or dual-use technology experience, particularly direct commercial sales to foreign militaries or government customers. - Familiarity with export licensing processes, including DSP-5, TAA, MLA, BIS licenses, and commodity jurisdiction requests. - Experience with distributor, reseller, or channel sales models in international defense or technology markets. - Exposure to OFAC, sanctions compliance, and restricted party screening in cross-border transactions. - Experience building contract frameworks or playbooks in a high-growth or startup environment. - Familiarity with INCOTERMS, letters of credit, and international payment structures. - Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one is a plus. Benefits - Competitive Salary - ACS Equity Package - Health, Dental, Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off

Role Description We are looking for a Senior Technical Sourcer to identify, engage, and convert highly specialized engineering talent across robotics, autonomy, embedded systems, perception, and hardware domains. You will build proactive pipelines for the most difficult-to-hire technical positions in the company, working with engineering leadership and recruiters to map talent markets and engage passive candidates in competitive pools. Your work directly impacts product delivery velocity by ensuring engineering hiring is never constrained by talent availability. - Build proactive talent pipelines ahead of demand for specialized engineering roles including autonomy, robotics software, embedded systems, perception, controls, simulation, and robotics manufacturing engineers; cluster and track specialized skill sets such as ROS, firmware, computer vision, sensor fusion, motion planning, and mechatronics in Ashby. - Map competitive talent markets and identify target organizations including autonomous systems startups, defense primes, robotics labs, and aerospace autonomy teams; provide talent intelligence to recruiters and engineering leaders on market dynamics, competitive threats, and sourcing strategy. - Conduct technical sourcing across Boolean search, LinkedIn, GitHub, research publications, and technical communities; craft outreach tailored to each specialization and build ongoing relationships with high-value passive talent in competitive markets. - Partner with engineering leaders to refine sourcing strategies and identify adjacent skill pools; strengthen early-funnel conversion by optimizing outreach messaging, surfacing competing offers early, and providing calibrated quality assessments to improve recruiter screen efficiency. Qualifications - 5–10+ years sourcing specialized engineering talent across robotics, embedded systems, perception, hardware, or controls domains. - Strong technical sourcing capability: Boolean search, creative sourcing strategies, and passive candidate engagement across LinkedIn, GitHub, research publications, and technical communities. - Ability to interpret technical job requirements and quickly identify adjacent skill pools; proven track record engaging passive candidates in competitive engineering markets. - Experience building and maintaining talent pipelines ahead of hiring demand. Requirements - Defense tech, robotics, aerospace, autonomy, or embedded systems recruiting exposure. - Direct experience sourcing robotics, autonomy, ROS, firmware, or perception engineers. - Experience scaling engineering organizations during hypergrowth (50–100+ engineers annually). - Experience partnering directly with technical hiring managers on sourcing strategy. Benefits - Competitive salary - ACS Equity Package - Health, Dental, Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off Company Description 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.

Role Description We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Operations Specialist to build the recruiting infrastructure that will take ACS from ~200 to ~600 employees in under 18 months. This is a systems and infrastructure builder role. You will own ATS optimization, recruiting funnel engineering, interview workflow standardization, analytics dashboards, and hiring manager enablement, turning recruiting from reactive coordination into an engineered, data-driven process that scales without adding proportional recruiter headcount. - Configure and optimize Ashby ATS as the foundation of recruiting infrastructure: - Design hiring workflows by role type - Standardize job-stage architecture - Build structured interview templates and scorecard frameworks - Configure automation rules, feedback SLAs, and interviewer permissions - Analyze stage-to-stage conversion metrics, identify drop-off drivers, and implement process improvements across: - Recruiter response speed - Interview scheduling - Feedback turnaround - Offer conversion - Design and build recruiting dashboards that leadership actually uses: - Hiring velocity by org - Offer acceptance rate - Interview throughput - Pipeline health - Recruiter capacity - Time-to-hire - Hiring manager responsiveness - Build structured interview kits by role family (engineering, technician, operations, leadership), including: - Question banks - Interviewer training resources - Scorecard calibration guidance - Debrief structure templates - Create hiring kickoff templates, interview participation expectations, and candidate evaluation guides for hiring managers: - Improve candidate experience by reducing scheduling friction - Clarifying timelines - Standardizing communication cadence Qualifications - 3–6+ years in recruiting operations, TA operations, recruiting systems, or recruiting analytics roles - Hands-on ATS configuration experience; Ashby is strongly preferred, with Lever, BambooHR, or Workday also valuable - Proven experience building recruiting dashboards, analyzing funnel conversion metrics, and improving hiring performance through data-driven process changes - Experience standardizing interview workflows, implementing feedback frameworks, and scaling recruiting operations in a high-growth environment (2–3x in 12 months) Requirements - Ashby ATS hands-on configuration and administration experience - Experience building interviewer training infrastructure and calibration programs - Experience supporting simultaneous hiring waves across engineering, technician, and operations roles - Background in defense tech, robotics, hardware, or manufacturing recruiting Benefits - Competitive salary - ACS Equity Package - Health, Dental, Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off

Role Description We are looking for a Program Manager - Army Programs to join our team. This role is responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of ACS’s programs supporting the United States Army. You will serve as the primary liaison between Army stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring programs are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with federal and defense regulations. This is a mission-critical role operating in a fast-paced environment with direct impact on national defense priorities. - Lead end-to-end program management for Army initiatives, including scope, schedule, budget, and risk, using established frameworks such as the DoD acquisition lifecycle. - Serve as the primary point of contact with Army stakeholders including Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and contracting officers; develop and deliver program status reports, briefings, and executive communications. - Ensure compliance with DoD policies including FAR and DFARS; coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, logistics, finance, and cybersecurity to meet mission requirements. - Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and oversee subcontractors and vendors supporting Army programs to ensure program success. - Support proposal development and capture efforts for new Army business opportunities; travel to Army installations or program sites as required. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field; Master’s preferred. - 7–15+ years of program or project management experience, preferably supporting DoD or Army programs. - Strong understanding of Army structure, operations, and acquisition processes; experience managing cost-plus, fixed-price, or IDIQ contracts. - Proficiency with program management tools such as MS Project or Earned Value Management systems; strong communication, briefing, and stakeholder engagement skills. - Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance. Requirements - PMP or equivalent project management certification. - Prior military service or direct experience working with Army commands. - Experience supporting major Army commands such as Army Futures Command, TRADOC, or Army Materiel Command. - Familiarity with Agile methodology in defense environments. Benefits - Competitive salary - ACS Equity Package - Health, Dental, Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off

Role Description We are looking for a Program Manager - Commercial to join our team. This role focuses on commercial customer accounts and leads cross-functional initiatives that drive revenue growth, improve customer outcomes, and optimize business performance. You will sit at the intersection of strategy, operations, and execution, translating commercial objectives into scalable programs across sales, engineering, product, finance, and marketing teams. This role may require travel CONUS and OCONUS. What You’ll Do - Partner with sales, marketing, engineering, product, and finance teams to execute revenue-generating strategies; translate business goals into structured programs with measurable outcomes. - Lead end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional commercial programs, defining scope, timelines, milestones, and success metrics. - Identify opportunities for growth, market expansion, and margin improvement; manage risks, dependencies, and stakeholder alignment across business, technical, and operational teams. - Communicate program status, insights, and data-driven recommendations to senior leadership; influence decision-making across the organization. - Design and implement scalable processes for commercial operations; support automation and operational efficiency initiatives. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field. - 5+ years of program or project management experience with a commercial or revenue focus. - Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. - Experience managing cost-plus and fixed-price contracts; proficiency with program management tools such as MS Project or Earned Value Management systems. Requirements - PMP or equivalent project management certification. - Familiarity with Agile methodology in a commercial or defense environment. - Strong analytical skills and experience working with data using tools such as Excel, SQL, or BI platforms. - Background in a high-growth or fast-paced environment, particularly in defense or aerospace. Benefits - Competitive salary - ACS Equity Package - Health, Dental, Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off

Company Overview: 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. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to support full-cycle recruiting for highly skilled technical professionals across defense, aerospace, and government contracting programs. This role requires deep knowledge of recruiting, and familiarity with DoD environments. What You’ll Do: - Manage full-cycle recruiting for manufacturing, engineering, and operation roles supporting defense and government programs (e.g., manufacturing engineers and technicians, software engineers, computer vision engineers, mechanical engineers, mission operations, and technical operations). - Partner closely with to understand technical requirements, clearance needs, and program timelines. - Source candidates through multiple channels including LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, networking events, and direct outreach. - Screen candidates for technical competency, cultural fit, and eligibility to work on defense-related programs. - Guide candidates through interview, offer, and onboarding processes, ensuring a high-quality candidate experience. - Maintain accurate and compliant records in the applicant tracking system (ATS). - Stay current on defense labor market trends, clearance requirements, and compliance regulations (ITAR, EAR, OFCCP). - Support employer branding initiatives and represent the organization at recruiting events, career fairs, and industry conferences. What You’ll Need: - 3–8 years of experience in recruiting, with at least some focus on defense, aerospace, manufacturing, or government contracting. - Start-up exposure - Proven experience recruiting for manufacturing, engineering, and business operations. - Experience working with ATS platforms and sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, GreenHouse). - Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment. What We Offer: - 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.

Role Description We are looking for a strategic and execution-focused Trade Compliance Manager to own ACS’s international trade compliance program end-to-end. You will serve as the primary internal expert on ITAR and EAR compliance, with a deep focus on Jurisdiction and Classification, licensing execution, and technology control plans. Working in close partnership with engineering, product, and BD teams, you will support international business development across APAC and EMEA while building a scalable compliance framework suited to a high-growth defense startup. This is a unique opportunity to define and shape a critical function from the ground up with direct impact on how ACS grows globally. What You’ll Do - Own the company’s Jurisdiction and Classification program, including structured Orders of Review, classification decision rationale, and maintenance of a comprehensive product and technical data matrix. - Directly support the Empowered Official by developing licensing strategies and preparing, submitting, and monitoring all ITAR and EAR authorizations, including DSP-5, DSP-73, TAAs, MLAs, BIS licenses, and Commodity Jurisdiction requests. - Embed with engineering, product, BD, and program teams to integrate compliance into product development cycles, create Technology Control Plans, and support dual-use and commercial technology roadmaps. - Provide day-to-day subject matter expertise on licensing, technical data releases, deemed exports, foreign person access, and exportability; design and implement trade compliance policies, procedures, and training curricula that balance regulatory requirements with speed-to-market objectives. - Conduct restricted party screenings, end-use and end-user due diligence, transaction reviews, and compliance assessments; lead internal audits, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and investigations. - Monitor U.S. and international export regulations and proactively advise leadership on impacts to growth strategies; track and report compliance metrics to executive leadership on license cycle times, J&C accuracy, and training completion. - Support broader trade activities including imports, sanctions, and co-development projects; collaborate with external counsel on complex matters and drive continuous improvement to reduce delays and strengthen compliance posture. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Relations, Engineering, Law, or a related field; Master’s or JD preferred but not required. - 7–9+ years of hands-on global trade compliance experience with deep expertise in ITAR/EAR, Jurisdiction and Classification, licensing, and technology control plans in the defense, aerospace, or advanced technology sector. - Strong understanding of engineering and product development processes; proven ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical, actionable guidance for technical teams. - Proven track record delivering high-quality license submissions and J&C determinations that accelerate, rather than slow, business objectives. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills; comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment. - U.S. citizenship required (ITAR-compliant); active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one is a plus. You’ll Stand Out - Prior experience at a prime contractor or innovative defense technology company such as Anduril, Lockheed, RTX, Northrop Grumman, Teledyne FLIR, or BAE Systems. - Previous experience as Empowered Official or in direct support of one. - Professional certification such as Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer or equivalent. - Experience with Global Trade Management platforms such as OCR EASE or SAP GTS, and/or AI-assisted classification tools. - Working knowledge of OFAC, CBP, MTCR, and multi-jurisdictional export controls. Benefits - Competitive salary - ACS Equity Package - Health, Dental, Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off

Role Description We are looking for a highly skilled SolidWorks PDM Administrator to join the Mechanical Engineering team and serve as the primary bridge between product design, data management, and manufacturing execution. This is a hands-on role focused on enabling efficient and compliant product development through robust data management, workflow optimization, and cross-functional leadership. You will own PDM system architecture, workflow design, and product data integrity while partnering upstream with design engineers and serving as the key technical interface to Manufacturing, Quality, IT, and external suppliers. What You’ll Do - Own the configuration, administration, and continuous improvement of the SolidWorks PDM vault, including workflows, lifecycle states, permissions, data cards, file structure, naming conventions, and revision control from early concept through production. - Develop and maintain workflows supporting engineering release, change control (ECR/ECO), and manufacturing handoff; ensure integrity, traceability, and accessibility of all engineering data including models, drawings, and BOMs. - Serve as the primary interface between Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality for all product data and configuration topics; support the transition from prototype to production by establishing controlled release processes and ensuring complete, accurate data packages. - Collaborate with Quality to develop and maintain document control processes aligned with AS9100 or ISO 9001 requirements; implement and maintain access controls and data protection strategies aligned with ITAR and CMMC requirements. - Manage user roles, permissions, and training to ensure proper system usage and compliance; support integration between PDM and other enterprise systems such as ERP, PLM, and MES where applicable. - Act as the first-line resource for troubleshooting PDM issues including file conflicts, workflow errors, and user access problems; lead root cause investigations related to data integrity and revision errors using structured methods such as 8D or Fishbone analysis. - Develop and maintain documentation, training materials, and SOPs for PDM usage; track system usage, errors, and inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. - 5–8 years of experience administering SolidWorks PDM Professional in a production engineering environment. - Strong understanding of PDM system architecture including workflows, permissions, data cards, and vault structure; experience implementing and managing engineering change control processes (ECR/ECO). - Ability to read, understand, and critique engineering drawings including working knowledge of GD&T familiarity with configuration management principles and product lifecycle management. - Working knowledge of quality systems such as AS9100 or ISO 9001; understanding of data security and compliance requirements including DFARS, ITAR, and CMMC. - Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and IT; strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex data structures in a fast-paced engineering environment. Requirements - Experience at a defense contractor, aerospace company, or hardware-focused startup where PDM was mission-critical. - Hands-on experience with PDM-to-ERP integration or PLM platform implementation. - Experience supporting AS9100 or ISO 9001 certification efforts as part of a quality or engineering team. - Familiarity with scripting or automation to extend PDM functionality (e.g., API-based workflows or task add-ins). Benefits - Competitive salary - ACS Equity Package - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off Company Description 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.

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for manufacturing, engineering, and operation roles supporting defense and government programs (e.g., manufacturing engineers and technicians, software engineers, computer vision engineers, mechanical engineers, mission operations, and technical operations). • Partner closely with to understand technical requirements, clearance needs, and program timelines. • Source candidates through multiple channels including LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, networking events, and direct outreach. • Screen candidates for technical competency, cultural fit, and eligibility to work on defense-related programs. • Guide candidates through interview, offer, and onboarding processes, ensuring a high-quality candidate experience. • Maintain accurate and compliant records in the applicant tracking system (ATS). • Stay current on defense labor market trends, clearance requirements, and compliance regulations (ITAR, EAR, OFCCP). • Support employer branding initiatives and represent the organization at recruiting events, career fairs, and industry conferences.

• Work directly with ACS engineers and founders to gather and document technical information on the autonomous turret platform, including computer vision systems, control systems, robotics hardware, and embedded software. • Create and maintain operator manuals, user guides, system integration documents, maintenance procedures, and safety documentation for ACS’s counter-drone system. • Develop government-facing technical deliverables compliant with applicable DoD and MIL-SPEC standards (e.g., MIL-STD-40051, S1000D, or applicable Technical Orders). • Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to document hardware assembly, wiring, and maintenance procedures for the autonomous turret platform. • Support proposal efforts and contract deliverables by producing technical narratives, SOWs, and program documentation for government customers. • Manage document version control and maintain consistency across all publication types as the ACS product evolves rapidly. • Prepare and submit documentation deliverables to government agencies and program offices, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and review timelines.