Electronics Assembly Technician

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Austin, TX

Employment Type: FullTime

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

Position Overview

Allen Control Systems is seeking highly motivated Electronics Assembly/Avionics Technicians to support the assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic systems.

This is an exciting ground-floor opportunity to join our core manufacturing team. We are interested in candidates of all skill levels—from entry-level to experienced professionals—and will provide comprehensive training as required to ensure your success.

This is an onsite position. You will initially work from the current facility in Austin and will transition to our new Pflugerville, TX location upon completion of the facility move, anticipated in Q3/Q4 2026.

Additional Details

• Openings available for First Shift and Second Shift

What You'll Do

• Assemble and solder electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) in accordance with industry standards.

• Fabricate and terminate cables, wiring harnesses, and connectors for electronic systems.

• Perform functional testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of electrical and electronic circuits.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.

• Operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators.

• Assist engineers in the development and refinement of electronic prototypes and production units.

• Create and maintain accurate documentation of testing procedures, modifications, and system repairs.

• Contribute to SOP’s and relevant production documentation as they are created 

• Adhere to company and industry quality and safety standards when handling electronic components and assemblies.

What You'll Need

• Experience: We welcome all skill levels, from recent graduates to seasoned professionals. 

•  2+ years of experience in electronics assembly, testing, and troubleshooting is preferred, we provide full, on-the-job training for motivated entry-level candidates.

• Exceptional attention to detail combined with strong problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.

• Highly collaborative team player who demonstrates self-motivation and a proactive, bias-for-action mindset.

• Strong commitment to ownership (taking "extreme ownership") and resourcefulness in meeting goals.

• Effective verbal communication skills for clear and professional interaction

• IPC-A-620 and/or IPC-A-610 will make you stand out as a candidate 

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• ACS Equity Package

• Health, Dental, and 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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