Office & Operations Lead — Fast-Growth Defense Tech

Socket.dev; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

ACS Equity Package

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Allen Control Systems is seeking an experienced Office Manager to build and run our Austin-area office operations. You will partner with Finance, HR, Security, Facilities, and Manufacturing to ensure smooth, compliant workflows while creating a welcoming and productive work environment.

The role requires 7+ years in office operations (manufacturing/defense preferred), strong communication, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in office management or similar role, preferably in manufacturing or defense.
• Experience supporting shift-based operations and coordinating across schedules.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and professional communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 and Slack; familiar with secure workplace practices including visitor logs, badge compliance, and ITAR/CMMC.
• Experience with shipments, inventory, or materials logistics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement systems and workflows that reduce friction and streamline office operations; keep the office stocked, organized, and running smoothly day to day.
• Serve as a key partner to Finance, HR, Security, Facilities, and Manufacturing teams, coordinating office-related needs and cross-functional workflows.
• Aid in onboarding of new in-person employees; arrange desks, equipment, and travel/relocation logistics.
• Coordinate daily catering and monthly internal team events and external events to raise visibility and cohesion.
• Manage office buildouts or expansions with contractors and vendors; solve logistics issues and gaps.
• Support administration with attention to detail and proactive problem solving in a fast-growing environment.

Skills

Office management

Executive support

Communication

Detail-oriented

Proactive mindset

Microsoft 365

Slack

Security practices

Logistics coordination

Tools

Microsoft 365

Slack

Job description

Allen Control Systems is seeking an experienced Office Manager to build and run our Austin-area office operations. You will partner with Finance, HR, Security, Facilities, and Manufacturing to ensure smooth, compliant workflows while creating a welcoming and productive work environment.

The role requires 7+ years in office operations (manufacturing/defense preferred), strong communication, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.