SME Audio/Video Network Engineer (Senior)

Description

Position: SME Audio/Video Network Engineer (Senior)

Location: Pentagon & Mark Center

Clearance: Active Secret / TS is desirable

Job Description:

An Audio Video (AV) and Video Conference Network Engineer is a specialized professional responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of integrated audio, video, and video conferencing solutions. This role is crucial in ensuring that different AV and communication technologies work together seamlessly to provide a high-quality and reliable user experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities of an AV and Video Conference Integration Engineer revolve around the entire lifecycle of an AV project, from initial design to ongoing support.

• System Design and Engineering: A key responsibility is to design and engineer comprehensive AV and video conferencing solutions that meet the specific needs of a client.

• This involves creating detailed system drawings, schematics, and documentation.

• Integration and Installation: This role involves the hands-on integration and installation of various AV and unified communications (UC) technologies.

• This can include installing hardware such as displays, cameras, microphones, and control systems, as well as configuring software and networking components.

• Programming and Configuration: Integration engineers are often responsible for programming control systems (like Crestron, AMX, or Extron) to create intuitive user interfaces and automated functionalities.

• They also configure video conferencing codecs and other network-based AV devices.

• Troubleshooting and Support: A critical aspect of the job is to troubleshoot and resolve issues with integrated AV systems. This requires a deep understanding of signal flow, networking, and the various components of the system. They provide ongoing support to ensure the systems remain operational.

• Project Management: In some cases, integration engineers may be involved in project management tasks, such as coordinating with other trades, managing timelines, and ensuring that projects are completed on budget.

• Client Training: After an installation is complete, the integration engineer is often responsible for training end-users on how to operate the new system.

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, an individual needs a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and communication abilities.

• Technical Knowledge: A strong understanding of AV technologies, including audio and video signal types, control systems, and video conferencing protocols (H.323, SIP), is essential. 

• Networking Skills: As AV systems are increasingly network-based, a solid understanding of networking principles is crucial. This includes knowledge of IP addressing, subnets, and quality of service (QoS).

• Programming Skills: Proficiency in programming control systems from manufacturers like Crestron, AMX, and Extron is often required.

• Certifications: Industry certifications from organizations like AVIXA (e.g., CTS, CTS-D, CTS-I) and manufacturers (e.g., Crestron, Cisco, Zoom) are highly valued.

• Problem-Solving: The ability to diagnose and solve complex technical problems in a timely and efficient manner is a key requirement.

• Communication Skills: Integration engineers need to communicate effectively with clients, project managers, and other team members.

Tools and Technologies:

AV and Video Conference Integration Engineers work with a wide array of hardware and software.

• Video Conferencing Platforms: Expertise in platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Cisco Webex is essential. 

• Control Systems: Deep knowledge of control systems from Crestron, AMX, and Extron is a common requirement.

• AV Hardware: This includes a wide range of devices such as displays, projectors, cameras, microphones, speakers, and digital signal processors (DSPs).

• Software and Networking Tools: Integration engineers use various software tools for system design (e.g., AutoCAD, D-Tools), network analysis (e.g., Wireshark), and system configuration.

Seniority/Experience: Senior/Expert (7-10+ years)

About Us: CompQsoft Inc. Established in 1997, headquarters in Houston, TX and office in Leesburg, VA. CompQsoft offers a range of comprehensive Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Cloud solutions, ERP implementation, Business Intelligence, Application development, Ecommerce applications and Management consulting services. CompQsoft is Certified CMMI Level 3 practitioner for Development and Services, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013 & ISO 200001:2011 Certified. CompQsoft is a fast growing company with a strategy and methodology that is strongly focused on the success of our clients, predominantly the Federal government. 

CompQsoft provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and in the working environment to all employees and applicants. CompQsoft does not take any nonmerit factors like race, color, religion, sex (gender), mental/physical disability, and age into account for purposes of recruitment, hiring and development.