Senior Audiovisual Specialist- Hohenfels, Germany - ATMP
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- Location
- Foreign Locations
- Employment type
- Regular Full-Time Salaried
- Source
- adp
Valiant Integrated Services is looking for an experienced Sr. Audiovisual Specialist to join our professional team at Hohenfels Training Area (HTA), Germany providing support to the Army Training Aids, Devices, Simulators and Simulations (TADSS) Maintenance Program (ATMP).
The HTA Sr. Audiovisual (A/V) Specialist supervises the technical support for the AV/Video Teleconference Systems (VTCs) and After Action Review Subsystem (AARS) theaters at HTA by coordinating, facilitating, scheduling of spaces and resources, video recording and the operation and maintenance of equipment in fixed facilities (theaters/ conference rooms) and mobile trailers. This includes instrumented control rooms used to monitor and record the units using various combinations of cameras, microphones, media converters, projectors, plasma displays, audio/video switchers, sound systems, and related equipment.
The HTA Sr. Audiovisual (A/V) Specialist supervises the technical support for the AV/Video Teleconference Systems (VTCs) and After Action Review Subsystem (AARS) theaters at HTA by coordinating, facilitating, scheduling of spaces and resources, video recording and the operation and maintenance of equipment in fixed facilities (theaters/ conference rooms) and mobile trailers. This includes instrumented control rooms used to monitor and record the units using various combinations of cameras, microphones, media converters, projectors, plasma displays, audio/video switchers, sound systems, and related equipment.
Responsibilities Include but are not Limited to:
- Managing the AV/VTC network design to provide upgrades and migration, hardware and software upgrades, installation, configuration management, system integrity, security, trouble-shooting, and documentation for various classified and unclassified systems.
- Research technical designs for VTC emerging technologies and assist in developing and upgrading technical designs based on customer requirements and life cycle expectations.
- Repair current technological capabilities or install new AV/VTC capabilities.
- Process and document feedback information and customer requests for assistance with briefings, presentations, and VTC sessions.
- Plan for and perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of all related audio, video and VTC equipment, IP and ISDN-based VTC systems, cameras, digital white boards, switchers, routers, computer-based control systems, gateways, MCUs Desktop VTC, and associated test equipment, manuals, and wiring diagrams. Test equipment prior to fielding to ensure efficient equipment operability. Provide contingency plans if equipment fails.
- Install, configure, evaluate, and operate and maintain microcontrollers (MCUs), AV switches, video streaming, control systems.
- Utilize video and audio editing equipment and software
- Supervise A/V Specialists as required.
- Some travel may be required.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Relevant Bachelor’s Degree
- 4 years’ experience as an Audiovisual Specialist or related position within the last 6 years
- Experience reading and interpreting diagrams
- Experience performing complex design/build and conceptual design activities
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills
- Prior management or lead job experience preferred
- Ability to prioritize work, complete multiple tasks, be detail oriented, and be adaptable in a high paced environment.
- Be a highly motivated self-starter and able to work independently with minimal or no supervision.
- Ability to handling sensitive information with highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
- Proficient with basic computer systems including Microsoft Outlook and Office applications and be able to work with a computer for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to obtain/maintain a valid driver’s license and Post driving privileges
- Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
- Must be detailed oriented
Possess a Secret Security Clearance