Test Engineer

Allen Control Systems•Austin, TX

About The Position

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. As a Test Engineer, your primary mission is to own product acceptance and end-of-line (EOL) test systems as we transition from development into scaled production. This role is responsible for building and maintaining reliable, repeatable test processes that ensure every unit shipped meets performance and quality expectations. You will work closely with manufacturing, quality, and engineering to improve yield, resolve failures, and enable increasing production rates. This is a hands-on role. You will be expected to both design systems and step in to support execution when needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience in hardware testing, preferably in a production or manufacturing environment
Experience with test instrumentation (DMMs, oscilloscopes, DAQ systems, power supplies, etc.)
Ability to analyze test data and identify trends impacting yield and performance
Experience with root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
Willingness to be hands-on and support test execution when needed

Nice To Haves

Experience building or supporting EOL/production test systems
Improved test throughput, yield, or system reliability in a measurable way
Experience with test automation (Python, C++, or similar)
Designed fixtures or hardware interfaces for production testing
Think in terms of systems, scalability, and failure modes – not just test execution
Worked in a high-growth or startup environment

Responsibilities

Own development and maintenance of product acceptance and EOL test systems
Design and implement test processes that are robust, repeatable, and scalable
Drive improvements in test throughput to support increasing production rates
Analyze test data to identify yield issues, failure trends, and opportunities for improvement
Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions
Design fixtures, instrumentation, and automation to improve consistency and reduce manual effort
Partner with engineering to improve testability and manufacturability
Work closely with manufacturing and quality teams to resolve issues and maintain production flow
Develop and maintain test procedures, documentation, and work instructions
Continuously improve test systems to increase reliability, uptime, and scalability