Full-Time
Computer Vision & Machine Learning Associate
Allen Control Systems
201-500 employees
Autonomous military weapons and unmanned systems
Compensation Overview
$94k - $154k/yr
Austin, TX, USA + 1 more
More locations: Mountain View, CA, USA
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- At least a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a strong focus on machine learning and computer vision.
- 0-3+ years of experience working on machine-learning-based computer vision, ideally in robotics.
- A proven track record of developing and deploying computer vision systems.
- Proficiency in Python and C++.
- Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
- Experience with embedded systems and integrating computer vision algorithms into hardware.
- Develop and optimize computer vision algorithms for the autonomous gun turret, focusing on real-time drone detection, tracking, and classification.
- Design and implement machine learning models that operate in resource-constrained environments while maintaining high accuracy and reliability.
- Collaborate with electrical engineers to integrate computer vision systems into the turret's hardware architecture.
- Conduct extensive testing and validation of computer vision algorithms in various scenarios to ensure robustness and performance under different environmental conditions.
- Contribute to hardening the prototype turret into a military-grade system and assist in developing variants for different weapon systems and engagement ranges.
- Experience developing computer vision systems in real-time or safety-critical applications, ideally in robotics.
- Experience integrating computer vision algorithms into embedded hardware.
- Familiarity with cameras, LIDAR, RADAR, and their integration into autonomous systems.
Allen Control Systems (ACS) develops autonomous weapon systems to extend military capabilities while aiming to lower the cost per kill. Its flagship Bullfrog is an autonomous M240 gun turret that detects and neutralizes enemy unmanned aerial systems without requiring radar, enabling covert operations. The XROV is a modular underwater robotic platform that can be quickly deployed and outfitted with attachments for different missions, emphasizing easy field assembly and transport. The Scourge is a fixed-wing, catapult-launched drone swarm system that operates in coordinated formations and can engage targets up to 100 km away without GPS navigation. ACS focuses on integration with existing command and control networks to provide a layered defense across diverse environments. Its core goal is to change the economics of modern warfare by significantly reducing the cost-per-kill for drone engagements.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$242M
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2022
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 2026 Series B raised $200 million at a $2.2 billion valuation.
- July 20, 2026 Marine Corps chose Bullfrog for L-MADIS integration.
- Army contract W5170126CA031 and Navy deployment validate repeatable federal demand.
What critics are saying
- Bullfrog depends on Pentagon procurement; one canceled OTA stalls revenue until 2027.
- A congressional incident involving autonomous gunfire could trigger a programwide shutdown.
- Competitors fielding cheaper counter-drone systems erase ACS's cost-asymmetry advantage quickly.
What makes Allen Control Systems unique
- Bullfrog retrofits legacy firearms with AI targeting, avoiding new-weapon procurement cycles.
- ACS won Army xTechOverwatch and Marine Corps GBAD selection in 2026.
- Treillis HIL and Red Cat integration broaden ACS beyond a single turret product.
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↑ 75%The US Marine Corps has contracted Allen Control Systems to integrate its Bullfrog autonomous weapon system into the Light Marine Air Defense Integrated System counter-drone platform. The system uses artificial intelligence and computer vision to control standard military firearms, including M240 and M2 machine guns, to target drones and ground threats. Unlike purpose-built counter-drone systems, Bullfrog adapts existing weapons to detect and engage targets autonomously, which ACS claims is more cost-effective than expensive interceptor missiles. The M240 variant fires up to 850 rounds per minute and can neutralise drones weighing up to 600 kilogrammes operating at altitudes below 5,500 metres. The US Army and Navy already deploy Bullfrog systems. ACS cited the widespread use of inexpensive drones in conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East as justification for developing affordable counter-drone technology.
The US Marine Corps has selected Allen Control Systems' Bullfrog autonomous weapon system for its Ground Based Air Defense programme to counter low-cost weaponised drones. The system will be integrated into the Light Marine Air Defense Integrated System through a prototype Other Transaction Agreement. Bullfrog combines AI, computer vision, and precision robotics to enable firearms to detect, track, and defeat incoming threats. The system is already deployed with the US Army and Navy. The technology addresses cost asymmetry in modern warfare, where militaries have relied on million-dollar missiles to neutralise inexpensive drone threats. Austin-based Allen Control Systems also maintains offices in Alexandria, Virginia, and an innovation lab in Huntsville, Alabama.
Allen Control Systems selected for U.S. Marine Corps Ground Based Air Defense program. Business Wire Bullfrog Autonomous Weapon Station to Be Integrated Into Marine Corps Formations for Counter-Drone Missions AUSTIN, Texas, July 20, 2026-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Allen Control Systems (ACS) today announced that the U.S. Marine Corps has selected its Bullfrog(TM) autonomous weapon system under the service's Ground Based Air Defense (GBAD) program to counter the growing threat of low-cost weaponized drones. The GBAD program equips Marines with fully integrated air defense solutions that detect, track, and defeat airborne threats, including drones, missiles, and aircraft. The Marine Corps will integrate Bullfrog into the Light Marine Air Defense Integrated System (L-MADIS), the service's most expeditionary counter-drone platform, through a prototype Other Transaction Agreement (OTA), increasing lethality and restoring maneuver for Marines on contested battlefields. "The Marine Corps requires the most sophisticated and accurate possible capabilities to carry out its critical missions," said Mike Wior, co-founder and CEO, ACS. "We are honored to support Marines with fast, scalable, and cost-effective counter-drone solutions that integrate seamlessly into existing platforms." Already deployed with the U.S. Army and Navy and validated through Joint Interagency Task Force 401 and allied military customers, Bullfrog combines AI, computer vision, and precision robotics to enable any legacy or modern firearm to detect, track, and defeat incoming threats at a fraction of the cost of even the least expensive kinetic interceptors. The proliferation of drone warfare from Ukraine to the Middle East has exposed the enormous cost asymmetry of modern conflict, where militaries have relied on million-dollar missiles to neutralize low-cost threats. ACS directly addresses that gap, delivering autonomous precision at scale. About Allen Control Systems Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a defense technology company building autonomous precision weapon systems to safeguard our military and partners, ensuring dominance on every battlefield. ACS is ushering in a new era of battlefield security, equipping U.S. and allied forces with the next generation of counter-drone technology. The company's first product, Bullfrog, is a first-of-its-kind AI-powered robotic weapon station that enhances battlefield effectiveness by transforming legacy or modern weapon systems to achieve unmatched accuracy and impact. ACS is headquartered in Austin, Texas, with offices in Alexandria, Va. and an innovation lab in Huntsville, Ala. For more information, visit https://www.allencontrolsystems.com.
Allen Control Systems, a developer of autonomous precision robotics for defense, has raised $12 million in a seed round led by Smash Capital. Existing investors Craft Ventures, Rally Ventures and Inspired Capital participated. The funding follows a $30 million Series A round in 2025, also led by Craft Ventures. The company develops the Bullfrog autonomous robotic weapon station, designed to counter unmanned aerial threats using artificial intelligence and computer vision. The platform transforms legacy or modern weapons into precision-targeting systems. ACS will use the funding to expand its engineering capabilities and scale operations to meet demand from defense and commercial clients. The company operates in the rapidly growing counter-drone technology market, driven by the increasing use of unmanned systems on modern battlefields.
Allen Control Systems has raised $200 million in a Series B funding round, valuing the company at $2.2 billion post-money. The funding will be used to scale manufacturing and accelerate deployment of Bullfrog, the company's product. No additional details about the lead investor, participating investors, or the nature of Allen Control Systems' business were provided in the source material.