Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Allen Control Systems • Austin, TX

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About The Position

As the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, your primary mission is to own the physical realization of our autonomous defense systems. You will bridge the gap between engineering R&D and the factory floor, ensuring our mission-critical products are built with precision, efficiency, and scale. This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in an "engineering-first" culture and possesses the technical grit to build out production lines for complex, ruggedized robotics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of professional engineering experience, with at least 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Experience in defense, robotics, aerospace, or a similarly complex electromechanical manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable reviewing CAD models (SolidWorks, CREO, etc.) and deep knowledge of plant layout and value stream mapping.
• Experience building or scaling manufacturing teams in a fast-paced startup environment where technical challenges are frequent.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of manufacturing and industrial engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and accountability.
• Lead the design and setup of assembly stations, production layouts, and material flow, determining the specialized tools, jigs, and fixtures required for repeatable manufacturing.
• Champion Lean manufacturing principles and DFM initiatives, analyzing production data to identify bottlenecks and implement physical solutions to increase throughput.
• Serve as the primary link between Design Engineering and Production, translating complex blueprints into clear, step-by-step manufacturing instructions and SOPs.
• Oversee the selection and implementation of manufacturing hardware, from precision hand tools to advanced automated assembly systems.
• Own the manufacturing roadmap from prototype to full-scale deployment, managing budgets and ensuring production milestones are met on schedule.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• ACS Equity Package
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager