Allen Control Systems

Autonomous Precision Robotics for a New Era of Warfare.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

Allen Control Systems has raised a $200M Series B led by Smash Capital, with participation from @craft_ventures, @rallyvc, and @InspiredCap.

Low-cost drones are reshaping modern conflict, and the demand for proven counter-drone defense is accelerating. This funding enables us to scale Bullfrog, the most trusted kinetic solution built for the U.S. military and allied partners worldwide.

We're hiring across manufacturing, engineering, and operations to scale the next generation of counter-drone defense.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

At ACS, we are proud to work alongside veterans whose service spans generations, branches, and nations.

The leadership, sacrifice, and experience you bring continue to strengthen our company and support the warfighter every day.

- 692+ combined years of military service
- 74 combined years in hostile fire & imminent danger locations
- 27 combined years deployed at sea service across 31 countries and all oceans
- 86 Veterans, Guardsmen, and reservists, many of whom continue to serve in the National Guard and Reserve Components

We are also proud to recognize the service of our teammates who served in the British Army, Royal Air Force, Ukrainian Armed Forces, and Republic of Korea Armed Forces.

To all who have served: thank you!

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

Today we announced a new Directed Energy division to develop new high-energy laser capabilities for U.S. and allied governments.

The division builds on the unparalleled detection, tracking, and precision engagement capabilities we have already demonstrated with our Bullfrog autonomous weapon station and reflects our continued investment in scalable, cost-effective capabilities to protect U.S. and allied forces and critical infrastructure from the escalating drone threat.

https://t.co/v6o6SjhBwz

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

Thermal imaging technology from @flir gave a new look at Bullfrog engaging drone targets.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

Bullfrog in testing on the range.

Defending against drone threats requires the ability to detect, track, and defeat targets quickly and accurately.

Bullfrog brings that capability to the battlefield, delivering autonomous, precision defense against aerial and ground threats.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

Scenes from our recent celebration marking the opening of ACS’s new 191,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in North Austin.

A major milestone as we expand our manufacturing capacity and scale production to meet the growing demand for counter-drone defense.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

Day 1 of SOFEX 2026 in the books in Aqaba, Jordan. Come see us at booth number MA119 through Thursday, October 29th!

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

A look inside ACS for the next generation of defense technology talent!

We enjoyed hosting the Texas Marine Robotics team from @UTAustin for a tour of our facilities and an introduction to the work we do.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

As Halloween decorations are finally coming down across the country, here's a little recap of our tricks and treats this past spooky season. See you next year! 👻

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

UT Engineering - next Tuesday, Nov 10, come hear from Sarah, one of our Mechanical Engineers who deploys with Bullfrog, about some of her work at ACS and our engineering culture.

We'll also have recruiters on-site for you to connect with. RSVP now!
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[Alexa von Tobel @alexavontobel]

Defense looks really different now. More drones, more software, fewer people on the front line.

Charlotte and I first met @StevenSimoni back in 2020, and @inspiredcap backed @allencontrol at their pre-seed in 2024. We had him on the podcast this week, and he did not hold back. Here are a few takeaways:

--> You can’t get into defense with just a good idea anymore. Steve said the days of a couple of smart PhDs with a white paper are over. You need an actual prototype.

--> You’ve got about two to three years to prove your idea. If the military doesn’t want your product on the battlefield in that window, it’s going to be really hard to make the company work.

--> Everyone talks about hypersonics. Steve thinks they’re overhyped. What he thinks people are missing is interceptors. Investors assume someone else is already building them. His response, “Well, where are they?”

--> The government doesn’t want to buy one product at a time. They want the whole solution from someone they trust, which is why ACS is building toward becoming a full air defense company.

--> This work is heavy. Steve was really honest about that, and I appreciate his candor. These founders are thinking about protecting lives every single day, and I’m SO grateful there are people like him willing to take that on.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

A look inside ACS for the next generation of defense technology talent!

We enjoyed hosting the Texas Marine Robotics team from @UTAustin for a tour of our facilities and an introduction to the work we do.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

Some people look up to astronauts. Others look up to athletes. Our engineers had someone else in mind for "Dress Like Your Hero Day."

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

@CX2_Industries https://t.co/ZrMvQc93gF

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

ACS is proud to partner with @CX2_Industries .

Combining CX2's RF sensing and electronic warfare suite with Bullfrog's autonomous counter-drone technology delivers adaptable, integrated defenses critical on the modern battlefield.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

Day 1 of SOFEX 2026 in the books in Aqaba, Jordan. Come see us at booth number MA119 through Thursday, October 29th!

[The Drone Ultimatum @DroneUltimatum]

Is defense tech in a bubble right now?

Luke Allen, Scott Hutchins, and @StevenSimoni (@allencontrol) discuss how a sector can be a growth industry and still have an investment bubble.

There’s plenty of room for new companies to compete with established defense contractors, but some investors are pouring money into a market they don’t fully understand.

Expect some expensive lessons ahead!

[The Drone Ultimatum @DroneUltimatum]

Why haven’t autonomous drones fully replaced human FPV operators on the battlefield? Luke Allen (co-founder/CTO of @allencontrol discusses a key issue.

Computer vision can recognize a vehicle or person, but battlefield targets aren’t always visually identifiable. A bunker might look like nothing more than a dark spot in the woods. Identifying it as a target requires intelligence and context that an autonomous system may not have.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

Scenes from our recent celebration marking the opening of ACS’s new 191,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in North Austin.

A major milestone as we expand our manufacturing capacity and scale production to meet the growing demand for counter-drone defense.

[Allen Control Systems @allencontrol]

Bullfrog in testing on the range.

Defending against drone threats requires the ability to detect, track, and defeat targets quickly and accurately.

Bullfrog brings that capability to the battlefield, delivering autonomous, precision defense against aerial and ground threats.

[The Drone Ultimatum @DroneUltimatum]

Shooting drones out of the sky with precision is an incredibly difficult engineering problem.

It requires advanced computer vision, precise control systems, and eliminating sources of error.

Scott Hutchins and Luke Allen explain what makes @allencontrol special: solving that problem with Bullfrog.