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Founded by two former U.S. Navy electrical engineers with deep experience in robotics and software, ACS brings together AI, computer vision, precision motion, and advanced hardware to solve complex defense challenges across land, air, and maritime environments.\nOur flagship product, Bullfrog, is an autonomous precision weapon system that transforms existing weapons into highly accurate counter-drone systems - giving warfighters a scalable, cost-effective response to one of the fastest-growing threats on the modern battlefield. Bullfrog is deployed with U.S. forces, and ACS works with organizations throughout the U.S. military and national security community.\nFollowing a $200 million Series B at a $2.2 billion valuation, ACS is rapidly expanding manufacturing, accelerating Bullfrog deployments, and developing the next generation of autonomous battlefield systems. This is an opportunity to join a proven, fast-moving team and help scale technology with direct, real-world impact on national security.\nACS is headquartered in Austin, Texas, with additional operations in Alexandria, Virginia; Mountain View, California; and Huntsville, Alabama. For more information, visit allencontrolsystems.com.\nAbout the Role\nAllen Control Systems (ACS) is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Manager, to lead the in-process quality, final inspection, and product release functions as we scale our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for ensuring that every system built at ACS is manufactured to specification, properly dispositioned when issues arise, and verified conforming before it ships to the warfighter.\nThe Manufacturing Quality Manager will lead the Manufacturing Quality team, including quality engineers and in-process and final inspectors, and will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and the Supplier Quality and Compliance teams to establish robust process controls, drive root cause and corrective action, and reduce risk throughout production.\nThis is a hands-on leadership role for someone who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, building processes from the ground up, and working directly on the production floor to solve complex manufacturing and quality challenges. The Manufacturing Quality Manager reports to the QA Director.\nWhat You’ll Do\nManufacturing Quality Leadership\nOwn and continuously improve the in-process and final product quality program across the organization.\nEstablish manufacturing quality standards, processes, metrics, and expectations aligned with company and customer requirements.\nLead and develop the Manufacturing Quality team, including quality engineers and in-process and final inspectors.\nDevelop quality strategies that support rapid production growth, new product introduction, and manufacturing scalability.\nPartner with Manufacturing and Engineering leadership to identify and mitigate production quality risks.\nEstablish clear quality escalation processes and drive accountability for quality performance on the production floor.\nIn-Process Control & Inspection\nDefine and maintain in-process inspection, test, and acceptance criteria based on product risk and process capability.\nDevelop and maintain inspection plans, work instructions, and quality checkpoints that are built into the production flow.\nEstablish and manage final inspection and final acceptance processes, including functional and acceptance test requirements.\nOwn the final quality release of product before shipment, ensuring all records, inspections, and customer requirements are complete.\nApply measurement system analysis, gauging, and inspection techniques appropriate to the product and production rate.\nEnsure calibrated, fit-for-purpose inspection equipment and tooling are available to support production.\nNonconformance, Root Cause & Corrective Action\nLead the nonconforming product process, including identification, segregation, documentation, and timely disposition (e.g., Material Review Board).\nDrive structured root cause analysis and corrective action using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and CAPA.\nEnsure corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively, verified for effectiveness, and closed on time.\nImplement containment actions when quality issues threaten production or product already built or shipped.\nAnalyze nonconformance, yield, and defect trends to proactively identify systemic risks and improvement opportunities.\nDrive reductions in defects, rework, scrap, and production disruptions.\nCoordinate with Supplier Quality when nonconformances are traced to purchased material or supplier processes.\nProduction & New Product Introduction\nPartner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality during new product introduction and production ramp.\nEnsure manufacturing processes, inspection methods, and quality controls are ready to meet increasing production volumes without compromising quality.\nReview drawings, specifications, and inspection requirements with Manufacturing and Engineering to confirm they are clear, measurable, and producible.\nSupport First Article Inspection (FAI) and production qualification activities.\nParticipate in design and manufacturability reviews to identify potential quality risks early in the product lifecycle.\nDevelop process controls such as PFMEAs, control plans, and statistical process control where appropriate.\nQuality Metrics & Continuous Improvement\nDevelop and maintain quality metrics and reporting, such as first pass yield, defect rates, escape rates, cost of poor quality, and corrective action performance.\nUse data to prioritize improvement efforts and track the effectiveness of changes over time.\nWork with Manufacturing to apply lean and continuous improvement practices that improve quality and throughput.\nCommunicate quality risks, trends, and corrective action status to leadership.\nQuality Systems & Compliance\nSupport and maintain process and product quality procedures consistent with ISO 9001, customer, and DCMA requirements, in partnership with the Compliance team.\nEnsure inspection records, certifications, traceability, and quality records are complete and properly maintained.\nSupport internal, customer, and regulatory audits related to production and product quality.\nDevelop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation for the Manufacturing Quality function.\nEnsure production personnel understand and comply with applicable engineering specifications, contractual requirements, and quality standards.\nTeam & Cross-Functional Leadership\nServe as the primary point of contact for significant in-process and product quality issues.\nPartner closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Supplier Quality, and Compliance to resolve quality challenges.\nHire, mentor, and develop quality engineers and inspectors, and set clear expectations and goals.\nDevelop scalable quality processes and tools as ACS continues to grow.\nHelp build the Manufacturing Quality function as organizational needs expand.\nWhat We’re Looking For\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.\n7+ years of experience in manufacturing quality, quality engineering, or a related field.\n2+ years of leadership or team management experience preferred.\nExperience working in a complex hardware manufacturing environment.\nStrong knowledge of in-process and final inspection, nonconforming material control and disposition, corrective actions, and root cause analysis.\nExperience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar quality management systems.\nExperience with FAI/AS9102, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and inspection planning preferred.\nStrong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, manufacturing processes, and inspection techniques.\nDemonstrated ability to lead corrective actions and drive measurable improvements in product quality and yield.\nExperience developing quality KPIs and performance reporting.\nStrong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment where processes and priorities continue to evolve.\nWillingness to spend significant time on the production floor and to travel occasionally as needed.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in aerospace, defense, robotics, automotive, or other highly regulated hardware manufacturing environments.\nExperience supporting low-volume/high-mix manufacturing transitioning into higher-rate production.\nExperience developing or scaling a quality organization.\nExperience with DCMA, government customer, or source inspection and release requirements.\nFamiliarity with ERP/MRP and Quality Management Systems.\nASQ certifications such as CQE, CQA, or CMQ/OE are a plus.\nExperience with machined components, fabricated assemblies, electronics, electromechanical systems, or complex system integration and test.\nWhat We Offer\nCompetitive salary\nACS Equity Package\nHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance\nPaid Time Off\nAllen Control Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment 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