AV Engineer 3 - Tysons, VA

　　ID 10914

　　Location Tysons, VA

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　　Position Summary

　　You will be working with a dynamic team of system engineers responsible for design decisions, implementation, and programming in all areas of A/V Systems and the technical direction of multiple projects across multiple programs for operations. Responsibilities include designing the systems hardware and software framework for large complex resilient systems and formulating high-level architectural solutions to ensure implemented solutions meet stakeholder needs, standards, and performance requirements. Essential responsibilities and activities include but are not limited to:

　　• Design, installation, configuration, integration programming and testing of complex videoconferencing and integrated audio/visual technologies (videoconferencing, control systems, displays, video walls and matrix systems, audio reinforcement systems, cameras, microphones, document cameras, streaming technologies, etc.) and A/V based collaboration technologies

　　• Design, integration and configuration of audio/video systems with Crestron, AMX and Extron control systems

　　• Conduct customer site surveys and provide sales engineering support, including collecting and recording detailed operational, functional and technical requirements, developing project scopes, and providing overall system costing for A/V projects

　　• Design, integrate, test and troubleshoot various network and telecommunications systems including IP networks and ISDN networks

　　• Understanding plans and specifications to identify the types and grades of materials and equipment needed to ensure compliance with project requirements

　　• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of electrical plans, blueprint and drawings

　　• Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work

　　• Develop complex AV control system programming and configuration of AMX, Crestron, and Extron control systems

　　• Develop and conduct on-site user and administrative training for the installed integrated audio/visual systems

　　Position / Candidate Requirements

　　• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information

　　• The ability to obtain Interim Secret Clearance within 90 days of hiring; Active DoD security clearance preferred (Secret)

　　• Experience with IT and/or telecommunications projects

　　• Certified Crestron and AMX Programmer preferred

　　• Demonstrated experience designing and programming Jupiter, Extron, Tandberg, Polycom, Crestron, Lutron, and corresponding hardware and software infrastructure

　　• Familiarity with IT, telecommunications, A/V and electrical equipment including related materials and specifications

　　• Strong knowledge of videoconferencing standards

　　• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints

　　• Experience performing complex design/build and conceptual design practices

　　• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment

　　• Solid Microsoft Office Skills

　　• Visio skills a must, AutoCAD a plus

　　• Strong Oral, Written and Presentation Skills with the ability and experience communicating directly with executive leadership

　　• Solid problem solving and consultative skills in a fast-paced environment

　　• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screening after offer extended

　　• Experience in the installation, programming, troubleshooting AND engineering of videoconferencing and integrated A/V technologies vs years of Education matrix requirement:

　　Education :

　　-Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a Related Engineering Discipline

　　Bachelor's Degree with 5-7 years' OR Master's Degree with 3-5 years' of progressive experience in the following:• Developing and implementing hardware and software solutions for data center and virtual infrastructure technologies

　　• Demonstrated experience with developing cost estimates and work breakdown structures for the design and implementation of complex projects

　　• Demonstrated experience performing technical cross-training/coaching of junior colleagues

　　• Demonstrated background working with multidisciplinary teams

　　• Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objective

　　• Ability to travel internationally up to 25% of the time

　　Abilities:

　　• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time

　　• Sitting for extended periods of time

　　• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction

　　• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard

　　• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

　　• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand

　　• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing

　　• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense

　　• Identify and understand the speech of another person

　　Applicants for this position may be required to obtain or provide proof of flu shots or of other vaccinations depending on customer requirements and nature of the position or demonstrate a valid basis for exception.

　　EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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