Trainee Audio Visual Designer Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

AV Design Specialist 3 Location: Tysons, VA onsite Overview: We are seeking an AV Design Specialist 3 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets. Qualifications: Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Must be able to obtain a Top Secret DoD security clearance. Education/Experience: High School Diploma with 10+ years of experience with installation, troubleshooting and/or testing of electronic security systems or
Associates with 8+ years of experience or
Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years or
Master's Degree with 3+ 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, including internationally, up to 20% of the time
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
AutoCAD experience, or experience drafting with a similar drafting software
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
You will be working with a dynamic team of system engineers responsible for design decisions 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: Creating Drawing Packages and Bill of Materials in CAD.
Design 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 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 and 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 test plans for complex AV control system functional acceptance tests of AMX, Crestron, and Extron control systems
Develop and conduct on-site user and administrative training for the installed integrated audio/visual systems