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Columbia Technology Partners, Inc

Audio Video Multimedia Engineer

Columbia Technology Partners, Inc, Baltimore, Maryland, United States,


Description:

The AV/MM Engineer provides design, installation and maintenance of Audio-Visual/Multimedia (AV/MM) systems. The AV/MM Engineer is also responsible for the programming and configuration management (CM) of developmental and operational AV/MM systems.Analog, SDI and HD SDI signal processing and conversionDigital video filtering and scalable video codingCompression and decompression techniquesEncoding and decoding of television standards such as ATSC, QAM, NTSC, PALSignal theory and analysisSound reinforcement and speaker placementSightlines, screen size and projection distancesAES/EBU or AES3 digital audio interlace standardsSet-up and maintenance of various HD/SD broadcast equipmentIntegration of audio and video teleconferencing systemsSet-up of digital video effects systemsOperation and set-up of various production switchersOperation and maintenance of audio mixersIntegration of wired/wireless microphone systems and configurationsDesign and installation of audio support systemsSystem integrationCustom fabrication of parts and cablesInstallation of low voltage wiring and cable; soldering and termination of connectors; wiring of equipmentMust have experience programming CRESTRON AV systems along with interfacing with Cisco VTC equipment.Prepare operational guides.Train Government customers in proper use of AV/MM systems.Provide system programming to support implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Crestronbased AV/MM systems.Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems.Manage the daily operation and configuration activities of AV/MM systems.Provide assistance to users in accessing and using AV/MM systems.Design a wide variety of AV/MM solutions including multi-level security VTC/PC systems, enterprise level VTC and collaboration systems, conference rooms, digital signage, and streaming.Act as equipment custodian and performs inventory asset management and accountability functions. (U) Document hardware and software configuration management processes and procedures.Coordinate hardware installations across multiple rooms.Maintain and develop the environment for hardware and software product build, staging, testing and integration.Apply concepts and define and implement hardware and software configuration management processes and procedures, such as creating product build scripts and procedures, and integrate those scripts with the hardware and software build process.Conduct analysis on AV/MM systems by ensuring designs are cost efficient, able to be integrated, and reliable.Communicate with the other engineering personnel to coordinate the interrelated design and assure project completion.Design, document, and develop code for programmable devices.Analyze complex hardware systems, hardware design, architecture, network design and other technical hardware issues.Perform testing on equipment.Provide hardware maintenance support, both preventative and remedial.Deploy, install, and implement new AV/MM at Customer sites as needed.Streamline control system interfaces to automate and maximize user experience.Configure control systems, communication devices and peripheral equipment.Develop costing proposals for the program manager.Perform telecommunications punch block installation and maintenance for serial copper data paths.Interpret drawings, specifications, and other related documents.Description:

The AV/MM Engineer provides design, installation and maintenance of Audio-Visual/Multimedia (AV/MM) systems. The AV/MM Engineer is also responsible for the programming and configuration management (CM) of developmental and operational AV/MM systems.

Analog, SDI and HD SDI signal processing and conversionDigital video filtering and scalable video codingCompression and decompression techniquesEncoding and decoding of television standards such as ATSC, QAM, NTSC, PALSignal theory and analysisAudio processingSound reinforcement and speaker placementSightlines, screen size and projection distancesAES/EBU or AES3 digital audio interlace standardsCable termination (Fiber, copper, audio, etc.)Set-up and maintenance of various HD/SD broadcast equipmentIntegration of audio and video teleconferencing systemsSet-up of digital video effects systemsOperation and set-up of various production switchersOperation and maintenance of audio mixersIntegration of wired/wireless microphone systems and configurationsDesign and installation of audio support systemsSystem integrationCustom fabrication of parts and cablesInstallation of low voltage wiring and cable; soldering and termination of connectors; wiring of equipmentMust have experience programming CRESTRON AV systems along with interfacing with Cisco VTC equipment.Prepare operational guides.Train Government customers in proper use of AV/MM systems.Provide system programming to support implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Crestronbased AV/MM systems.Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems.Manage the daily operation and configuration activities of AV/MM systems.Provide assistance to users in accessing and using AV/MM systems.Design a wide variety of AV/MM solutions including multi-level security VTC/PC systems, enterprise level VTC and collaboration systems, conference rooms, digital signage, and streaming.Act as equipment custodian and performs inventory asset management and accountability functions. (U) Document hardware and software configuration management processes and procedures.Coordinate hardware installations across multiple rooms.Maintain and develop the environment for hardware and software product build, staging, testing and integration.Apply concepts and define and implement hardware and software configuration management processes and procedures, such as creating product build scripts and procedures, and integrate those scripts with the hardware and software build process.Conduct analysis on AV/MM systems by ensuring designs are cost efficient, able to be integrated, and reliable.Communicate with the other engineering personnel to coordinate the interrelated design and assure project completion.Design, document, and develop code for programmable devices.Analyze complex hardware systems, hardware design, architecture, network design and other technical hardware issues.Perform testing on equipment.Provide hardware maintenance support, both preventative and remedial.Deploy, install, and implement new AV/MM at Customer sites as needed.Conduct site surveys.Streamline control system interfaces to automate and maximize user experience.Configure control systems, communication devices and peripheral equipment.Develop costing proposals for the program manager.Perform telecommunications punch block installation and maintenance for serial copper data paths.Interpret drawings, specifications, and other related documents.Desired Skills:

Programming CRESTRON AV systemsProgramming and configuration of Cisco VTC Systems (SX-20/SX-80/Mini Room Kit/Room Kit Pro).Knowledge of security protocols: SSL, TLS, encryptionAudio processingSound reinforcement and speaker placementSightlines, screen size and projection distancesKnowledge of AV-over IP.Integration of audio and video teleconferencing systemsDesign and installation of audio support systems (microphones, amplifiers, and interfacing with Skype)

Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.Two (2) years’ experience in VidCAD or other CAD programs within the past five (5) yearsMinimum five (5) years’ experience Crestron programming within the last nine (9) years.Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional AV/MM experience in the areas identified above may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree for a total of nine (9) years’ experience.Certification as a Technology Specialist (CTS) and/or CTS-Installation and/or CTS-Design training certification is desired.Five (5) years’ experience as an AV/MM Engineer in a minimum of seven (7) skill sets below within the past seven (7) years.Five (5) years’ experience Crestron programming within the last nine (9) years. Certification as a Crestron Programmer, Crestron Technology Specialist (CTS) and/or CTS-Installation and/or CTS-Design training certification is desired.Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees, job candidates, contractors, stakeholders, partners, and visitors.Do you current hold a security clearance? If so, what level? *Can you show proof of your legal right to work in the United States? *

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