Senior Hardware Engineer

Job Description:We're here to help.In 1988, ACS founder and Chairman of the Board Darwin Deason recruited a group of extraordinary information technology professionals and instilled a passion and energy we call hustle. We believe the impossible is possible, and that giving up is not an option.We're Affiliated Computer Services, Inc. (NYSE: ACS), a premier provider of diversified business process outsourcing (BPO) and information technology outsourcing (ITO) solutions to commercial and government clients worldwide. Based in Dallas, ACS is a FORTUNE 500 company of 62,000 people supporting client operations reaching more than 100 countries.It would be hard for you to go through a day without encountering the products or services of our many clients in communications, education, energy, financial services, government, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, retail, travel, and transportation.JOB SUMMARYPerform hardware engineering tasks as part of a product development team working to create, modify, and maintain ACS TMS’ CAD/AVL vehicle hardware systems Work independently, or in a leadership role with other hardware, embedded software, and mechanical engineers to design, test, and document analog and digital circuits. Tasks include circuit design, electronics parts selection, electrical testing and verification, and post-release support. Lead internal staff and contractors to meet cost and schedule goals. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, independent, a good team player, and have good attitude and communication skills.RESPONSIBILITIES1. Circuit design, analysis, schematic capture, and debugging of analog and digital circuitry.2. Creation, review, and modification of documentation (requirements, specifications, test plans, change notices, etc.)3. PCB Designer layout guidance and review. 4. Electronic part selection and data sheet review for meeting specified requirements. 5. Interacting with vendors for discussing part specifications, obtaining samples, cost, and availability.6. Conducting electronic part evaluation / testing. 7. Design test fixtures and associated software.8. Conducting sub assembly level testing of electronic PCBs.9. Conducting system level tests to verify functional performance of electronic assemblies of the final system.10. Support and participate in field testing, production, and post-installation support. 11. Support and participate in on-site meetings, and reviews.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Indirect supervision of technicians and contractors.WRITTEN AND VERBAL CONTACT Interacts with all levels of the engineering and program management organizations. Interaction with managers from other departments.EDUCATIONBSEE or degree in a related field. Masters degree preferred.EXPERIENCE A minimum of 5 years of related experience is required.COMPUTER EXPERIENCE Knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio, schematic capture software (ORCAD a plus), and PCB layout software (PADS a plus) is required. ADDITIONAL SKILLSGood presentation and communication skills required.Experience with Oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic analyzers required.Knowledge or interest in embedded system programming for microcontrollers is a plus.RF experience is a plus.Experience in the transportation industry is a plus.There will be approximately 0 – 10% travel involved in this positionACS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not Discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance. People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or compete for employment with ACS may request such accommodations by calling or by sending an e-mail to accommodations@acs-.Minimum Education Required: BachelorYears of Experience Required: More than 5 yearsExpected Travel Time: About 25% Company: ACS inc Location: Columbia, MD 21044 Job Status/Type: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Engineering Industry: Other/Not Classified Occupations: Electrical/Electronics Engineering Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Company: ACS inc Reference Code: 14755