Audio/Visual (A/V) Systems Engineer 2 - 28466

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Nellis Air Force Base CDP (NV); On-site; USD 75,790 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries is looking for an Audio/Visual Systems Engineer to support the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center at Nellis AFB. The role demands technical expertise in A/V systems and requires an active Top Secret clearance. Responsibilities include managing A/V infrastructures, performing diagnostics, and supporting live events. The expected salary range is $75,790 to $115,000, and candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 0 years with a Master's; or 6 years of experience with a High School Diploma.
• Prior experience or certification in Evertz environments.
• Active Top Secret clearance within the last 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Support mission-critical A/V infrastructure.
• Perform end-to-end signal flow diagnostics.
• Maintain and support A/V-over-IP deployments.

Skills

A/V systems expertise

Networking concepts

Technical communication

Signal routing and timing

Dante configuration

Education

Bachelor's in a related field

High School Diploma with relevant experience

Tools

Crestron

Extron

QSC

Dante-enabled devices

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for an Audio/Visual (A/V) Systems Engineer to support the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center, Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) team at the Virtual Test and Training Center (VTTC) in Nellis, NV. The role supports mission‑critical audio/visual infrastructure within a secure government environment.

Anticipated Salary Range: $75,790.00 - $115,000.00

Required Travel: 0% - 10%

Security Clearance: Top Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

What You Will Do

• Apply comprehensive knowledge of A/V systems, including digital signal processors (DSPs), microphones, speakers, LED wall displays, video conferencing platforms, and control system platforms such as Crestron, Extron, and QSC.
• Perform detailed end‑to‑end signal flow diagnostics and implement corrective actions to minimize system downtime and repeat visits.
• Support live events, briefings, town halls, and operational test scenarios, ensuring zero‑failure A/V execution under pressure.
• Maintain and support A/V‑over‑IP deployments including Evertz, Dante, and similar systems—configuring and managing devices across multicast and VLAN‑isolated networks.
• Utilize basic networking concepts and tools to support A/V systems integration. Includes working with IP addressing, CLI environments (e.g., SSH, FTP, serial via Putty), and Remote Desktop tools for remote diagnostics and control.
• Communicate effectively with users and leadership, translating complex technical issues into clear, understandable language.
• Maintain and update system configurations, diagrams, and asset inventories with a high level of precision.
• Implement best practices and adhere to information assurance policies and procedures in accordance with DoD cybersecurity regulations.

What You Must Have

• 2 years relevant experience with a Bachelors in a related field; 0 years experience with a Masters in a related field; or a High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
• Prior experience or certification in Evertz environments, particularly within MMA10G‑based architectures (including hardware such as TRS4k‑2U, Magnum, EXE, 7800 frame environments).
• DoD 8140 baseline IA Technical qualifications or higher.
• Familiarity with signal routing and timing in mixed digital environments.
• Hands‑on experience configuring and deploying Dante‑enabled devices.
• Knowledge of secure hardware integration practices in compartmentalized networks and SCIF environments.
• Active Top Secret clearance within the last 24 months.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD TS/SCI and relevant SAP/SAR clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship.

Bonus Points For Having

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Preferred Certifications

• Evertz MMA10G or equivalent OEM training
• Dante Level I or higher
• Crestron/Extron Certified Programmer or Installer
• CompTIA Security+ (for DoD 8140 compliance)
• AVIXA CTS certification

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.