Motor Drive Firmware Engineer

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