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Allen Control Systems

Motor Drive Firmware Engineer-All Levels

Austin, TXfulltimemidAdded 3 weeks ago

About this role

Allen Control Systems, a defense startup founded by former Navy engineers, seeks a Motor Drive Firmware Engineer to design real-time embedded firmware for precision motor control systems in autonomous platforms. You'll develop high-performance control algorithms and collaborate across electrical, mechanical, and systems teams in Austin, TX.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement embedded C/C++ firmware for real-time motor control with high-frequency loops and control algorithms (PID, FOC)
  • Collaborate with electrical engineers on motor control board bring-up, including debugging power stages and sensor systems
  • Use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and power analyzers to validate performance and troubleshoot control issues
  • Optimize firmware for latency, efficiency, and reliability in hardware-constrained environments
  • Conduct lab and field testing to validate motor performance under real-world conditions

What they're looking for

  • Embedded firmware development (C/C++)
  • Real-time motor control and BLDC/PMSM motors
  • Microcontroller experience (STM32, TI C2000, or similar)
  • Hardware debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, power analyzer)
  • Field-Oriented Control (FOC) or advanced motor control techniques
  • RTOS or bare-metal real-time firmware
  • Power electronics and motor driver integration
  • Mechanical systems integration with firmware

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Equity package
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Engineering-first culture focused on technical excellence
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Allen Control Systems

Allen Control Systems builds autonomous defense systems, including gun turrets and drone-defense technology, using computer vision, control systems, and robotics. The company is hiring across software engineering, mechanical engineering, testing, and operations roles to support product development and scaled production.

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Likely interview questions

  • Walk us through your experience designing and implementing real-time motor control firmware. What control algorithms have you implemented, and how did you handle deterministic timing requirements?
  • Describe a time you debugged a motor control issue using lab equipment like oscilloscopes or logic analyzers. What was the problem and how did you resolve it?
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