AV/VTC Design Engineer & Programmer

Job Description
We are excited to be recruiting for new talent to join our growing and innovative team. The AV / VTC Engineer codes, tests, debugs, documents, and installs new AV software and updates existing ones. This fast-paced position works directly with the Programming team, Project Managers, Engineers and customers to identify opportunities to improve operating effectiveness and efficiency of software applications. Our work heavily focuses on the Special Operations community providing an opportunity to work on some of the most cutting edge government facilities in the world.
Responsibilities:
Serves as the primary system commissioner ensuring all systems are functional from a programming, networking, audio, and video standpoint.
Develops and facilitates customer acceptance tests and provides end user training.
Participates in design team efforts reviewing drawings and equipment lists to ensure systems meet all requirements such as size, shape, arrangement, and capabilities.
Assists project management with integration scheduling, as well as determining project manning and technical requirements.
Performs configuration of equipment in accordance with industry standards, best practices, and government security guidelines.
Develops Digital Signal Processing (DSP) files from a blank canvas.
Remains up to date on new and emerging technology, including understanding of audio and video flow including AEC and EDID principals.
This position is located in Chesapeake, VA. Limited relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidate. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate to Chesapeake, VA or surrounding areas.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree and minimum of 6 years AV/VTC experience OR high school diploma and a minimum of 10 years AV /VTC experience
- Working towards, or interested in working towards the Crestron Master Programmer certification
- AV/VTC system design and installation experience
- Manufacturer certifications from one or more of the following: Crestron, Extron, Biamp, Clearone
- Excellent customer-facing skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills tailored to government customers and sponsors
- Ability to work independently in troubleshooting complex system issues and developing complex technical solutions
- knowledge of 2D CAD drawing development (Visio, AutoCAD, or equivalent)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in a Technical Discipline
- Crestron Master Programmer
- CTS, CTS-D, CTS-I certified
- Prior Military, DoD, or IC experience
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $83900 - $142600
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.