Role & seniority: Test Integration Engineer (3+ years experience; mid-level)

Stack/tools: Hardware bring-up and test; Linux command line; embedded firmware (STM32); lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers); electrical interfaces (CAN, Ethernet, RS-422/485, UART, I2C); scripting/programming (Python or C/C++); test fixtures and automation tools

Top 3 responsibilities

System integration, bring-up, debugging and validation of electrical subsystems across prototypes and production
Diagnose, root-cause, and fix issues spanning power, signal integrity, timing, and communication; support field testing
Develop and execute test procedures and build/maintain test fixtures, harnesses, and automation; validate hardware revisions

Must-have skills

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering (or related)
3+ years hardware bring-up, integration, and test experience
Proficiency with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, lab instrumentation; embedded firmware debugging
Linux proficiency (command line); experience with CAN, Ethernet, RS-422/485, UART, I2C
Basic scripting/programming (Python or C/C++); understanding of real-time HW-SW integration

Nice-to-haves

Experience with high-power, motor-driven or battery-based systems
Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or system-level test environments
Embedded Linux platforms (Yocto/Ubuntu); EMI/EMC and field reliability knowledge
Field testing or operational deployment experience; trou

Full Description

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 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.

With an engineering-first culture, ACS values technical excellence and innovation. Backed by our founders' successful exits from two previous ventures acquired for a combined $180M in 2022, we are committed to ensuring that the groundbreaking technologies we develop will have a real-world impact.

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)

Test Integration Engineer