Test Integration Engineer

Allen Control Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ACS Equity Package

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A cutting-edge defense startup is looking for a Test Integration Engineer in Austin, Texas. The role focuses on integrating electrical subsystems, debugging, and validating next-generation autonomous systems. Candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience with lab tools. The startup offers an exciting work environment and competitive equity packages, striving for innovative solutions in defense technology.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in hardware bring-up and integration.
• Strong hands-on experience with lab instrumentation.
• Understanding of real-time constraints and hardware-software integration.

Responsibilities

• Integrate electrical subsystems including motor drivers and sensors.
• Perform system bring-up, debugging, and validation.
• Develop test procedures for validation.

Skills

Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes

Linux command line proficiency

Basic scripting or programming (Python or C/C++)

Familiarity with embedded systems

Experience with electrical interfaces (CAN, Ethernet)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Logic analyzers

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is an acutting-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.

About The Role

We are looking for a Test Integration Engineer to join our team, focusing on system integration, bring‑up, debugging, and validation of our next‑generation autonomous weapon platforms. This role is highly hands‑on and involves working across electrical, mechanical, and software systems to diagnose issues, improve reliability, and ensure systems perform in real‑world conditions.

What You’ll Do

• Integrate electrical subsystems including motor drivers, sensors, cameras, networking, and power systems.
• Perform system bring‑up, debugging, and validation during prototype and production phases.
• Debug and integrate systems spanning Linux‑based platforms and STM32 firmware.
• Use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and other lab equipment to diagnose power, signal integrity, timing, and communication issues.
• Develop and execute test procedures for electrical, communication, and system‑level validation.
• Support field testing and help root‑cause failures observed during operation.
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to improve design robustness and testability.
• Build and maintain test fixtures, harnesses, and automation tools where appropriate.
• Assist in validating new hardware revisions and verifying design changes.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in hardware bring‑up, integration, and test.
• Strong hands‑on experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab instrumentation.
• Familiarity with embedded systems and firmware debugging.
• Strong proficiency working in Linux environments from the command line.
• Experience with common electrical interfaces (CAN, Ethernet, RS‑422/485, UART, I²C).
• Basic scripting or programming ability (Python or C/C++).
• Understanding of real‑time constraints and hardware‑software integration challenges.
• A desire to work in a highly collaborative, fast‑paced startup environment.

You'll Stand Out

• Hands‑on work with high‑power, motor‑driven, or battery‑based systems.
• Exposure to hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) or system‑level test environments.
• Working knowledge of embedded Linux platforms such as Yocto or Ubuntu‑based systems.
• Understanding of EMI and EMC considerations and field reliability challenges.
• Involvement in field testing or operational deployments.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot intermittent or system‑level failures in complex hardware systems.

What We Offer

• ACS Equity Package
• 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.