Audio-Video Systems Engineer

Socket.dev; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Quantum Sky seeks a Senior Audio-Visual Systems Engineer to design, integrate, and sustain AV and VTC architectures across multiple security enclaves at LA Space Force Base, El Segundo, CA. You will lead secure communications, upgrade S6 infrastructure, and ensure DoD-aligned configurations for critical stakeholders including USSPACECOM and JTF-SD.

The role requires TS clearance eligibility, strong leadership, and experience with SAP VTC and AF7 networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree plus significant relevant engineering experience or higher degrees with fewer years.
• Demonstrated experience engineering multi-enclave VTC systems in DoD environments.
• Lead design and oversight of AV/VTC architectures across security enclaves.

Responsibilities

• Lead AV/VTC system design across multiple security enclaves.
• Engineer secure SAP VTC capabilities using AF7 in DoD networks.
• Oversee installation, configuration, testing of communications equipment in SCIFs.
• Optimize secure communication pipelines for key stakeholders.
• Modernize S6 communications infrastructure to improve uptime and collaboration.
• Provide SME input during technical review boards and ECPs.
• Collaborate with network engineers and cybersecurity to meet DoD routing guidelines.

Skills

Multi-enclave VTC systems

Secure DoD communications

Lead system design

Technical project oversight

Cross-functional collaboration

Equipment installation oversight

Enterprise upgrades management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant technical field

Master’s Degree in a relevant technical field

PhD in a relevant technical field

Tools

CTS-D Certification

CTS-I Certification

Crestron / Extron certifications

Job description

Description

Quantum Sky is seeking a Senior Audio-Visual Systems Engineer to support the Space Systems Command (SSC) Combat Power Directorate (SYD89) S6 Communications shop at LA Space Force Base in El Segundo, CA. Space Systems Command is responsible for developing, acquiring, equipping, fielding, and sustaining lethal and resilient space capabilities for the United States Space Force to ensure superior combat power in, from, and to space.

Responsibilities

• Lead System Design: Design, integrate, and engineer advanced Audio-Visual (AV) and Video Teleconferencing (VTC) architectures across multiple security enclaves.
• AF7 Network Management: Engineer and maintain secure Special Access Program (SAP) VTC capabilities utilizing the Air Force Special Enclave Video Enterprise Network (AF7) to support compartmentalized network operations.
• Oversee Equipment Installation: Direct the installation, configuration, testing, and lifecycle maintenance of complex communications equipment, command center displays, and secure conference room configurations within SCIF environments.
• Support Joint Space Operations: Optimize AF7 and secure communication pipelines to ensure flawless operational connectivity for critical stakeholders including USSPACECOM, JTF-SD, and the NSDC.
• Manage Enterprise Upgrades: Modernize existing S6 communications infrastructure to maximize system uptime and guarantee secure, high-definition collaboration capabilities for Space Force leadership.
• Technical Project Oversight: Provide subject matter expertise during technical review boards, author engineering change proposals (ECPs), and ensure compliance with space systems enterprise architecture standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with network engineers and cybersecurity teams to ensure AV/VTC hardware meets strict Department of Defense (DoD) network configuration, encryption, and multi-level security routing guidelines.

Qualifications

Required

• Education & Experience Matrix: Meet one of the following baseline criteria:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant technical field plus 15 years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Master’s Degree in a relevant technical field plus 7.5 years of relevant engineering experience.
  • PhD in a relevant technical field plus 3 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated experience engineering multi-enclave VTC systems and integrating secure communications equipment within DoD environments.
• Lead System Design: Design, integrate, and engineer advanced Audio-Visual (AV) and Video Teleconferencing (VTC) architectures across multiple security enclaves.
• Technical Project Oversight: Provide subject matter expertise during technical review boards, author engineering change proposals (ECPs), and ensure compliance with space systems enterprise architecture standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with network engineers and cybersecurity teams to ensure AV/VTC hardware meets strict Department of Defense (DoD) network configuration and routing guidelines.
• Oversee Equipment Installation: Direct the installation, configuration, testing, and lifecycle maintenance of complex communications equipment, command center displays, and secure conference room configurations.
• Manage Enterprise Upgrades: Modernize existing S6 communications infrastructure to maximize system uptime and guarantee secure, high-definition collaboration capabilities for Space Force leadership.

Desired:

• Military Space Context: Previous experience supporting Space Systems Command (SSC) or other US Space Force/US Space Command directorates.
• Industry Certifications: Certified Technology Specialist - Design or Installation (CTS-D / CTS-I) or Crestron/Extron engineering certifications.
• Cybersecurity Compliance: Current DoD 8577.01 / 8140 baseline certification (such as Security+ CE or CISSP).
• A successful candidate will coordinate the delivery of services among different program activities to increase effectiveness and efficiency leadership – proven success in leading high-performance teams in an integrated product development team environment, achieving results through others, and being a strong team player
• Objectivity – Must maintain objectivity to determine proper standards, processes, and procedures that benefits the entire organization
• Creativity – Develop innovative solutions to modernize and improve system proficiencies (i.e. processes, procedures, techniques, tools, etc.)
• Flexibility – Receptive to change/new information and rapidly adapts to new technology, information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles
• Analytical Thinking - Exceptional ability to analyze data and utilize it to make sound business decisions
• Conflict management and resolution skills
• Passionate - Possess a passion for researching, defining and enforcing standards, processes and procedures
• Results focused – Ability to organize and manage multiple, and at time competing priorities
• Communication Skills – Demonstrate communication skills necessary to interpret policies in situations requiring persuasion and prepare and present presentations
• Relationship building skills – Ability to work within a dynamic team setting and provide role‑model leadership
• Customer service – Superior customer service skills to both internal and external customers

Clearance:

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required

About Quantum Sky

Compensation:

• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $140,000-$190,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits:

• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

The world the mission operates in is going post-quantum, contested, and machine-speed. Quantum Sky engineers the advantage across cyber, networks, software, and quantum because the mission demands dominance, not parity. We don't follow the map. We draw it.

At Quantum Sky, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamQuantumSky?

Quantum Sky Engineering LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.