Working at Applied Computer Solutions in Huntington Beach, CA: 2 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Huntington Beach, CA Area

"Small company with very competent Engineers and great company culture and core values."

What do you like about working at Applied Computer Solutions?

"Company founder was a very dynamic and successful leader and he very much appreciated and cared for the Engineering staff which he demonstrated through very generous and unexpected bonuses."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Give examples on how much of a self-starter, resourceful and creative you are in solving problems as these attributes are key factors to success."

What don't you like about working at Applied Computer Solutions?

"Small companies inherently have a difficult time competing against larger more established firms during difficult economic times which adds greater pressure to workforce."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Continue doing the same, but become more diverse in the company's service offerings."

"ACS nearly tanked my career and they've done the same for many others"

What do you like about working at Applied Computer Solutions?

"My co-workers. Some of the people at ACS are awesome."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"You must have good coping and political skills to survive at ACS. The nickname that the SEs have for the company is Thunderdome and that sums it up pretty well."

What don't you like about working at Applied Computer Solutions?

"The Management of ACS doesn't understand Engineers, doesn't respect Engineers, and frankly doesn't even seem to like Engineers very much.As several high ranking executives at the company has stated several times in meetings, They're a necessary evil."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Lose the race cars and focus on running your computer company. Or sell the computer company to someone who actually understands and is passionate about technology. Diversify past Sun. Hire more managers who aren't evil fascists who only care about themself."