Audiovisual Programmer - CONDOR (CIPOLY)

Zachary Piper Solutions; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, 401K

PTO and Holiday Pay

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks an experienced Audio Visual Programmer (Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior) to join our team in Herndon, VA. You will deliver high-visibility AV projects by programming and architecting Crestron-based systems for government and commercial customers.

Responsibilities include design, development, testing, onsite deployment, and user training, plus collaboration with facilities, vendors, and end users to validate requirements and ensure reliable operation.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance.
• Willingness to obtain CIP or hold CIP.
• Level 2: 1+ years of related experience.
• Proven Crestron programming experience.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages listed above.
• Experience in AV system integration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on network programming experience.
• Familiarity with systems engineering and integration best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test high performance AV solutions for government customers.
• Generate custom audiovisual system designs using Crestron technologies.
• Support customer stakeholder meetings to collect and document system requirements.
• Research, identify, and recommend technology options to solve customer problems.
• Support onsite deployment of AV systems and system configuration phases.
• Coordinate with customer facilities teams and other on-site sub-contractors and vendors.
• Support the development of end-user training materials and operations and maintenance plans.
• Perform in-house testing and on-site commissioning at client locations.
• Develop expertise in the industry through continuing training, certifications, and review of trade publications.

Skills

Crestron programming

C++, Java, JavaScript, Perl, Python,VB

Network programming

Analytical thinking

Systems engineering concepts

Tools

Crestron control systems

Networking hardware

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions seeking an experienced Audio Visual Programmer (Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior) to join our team in Herndon, VA.

In this role, you will play a key part in delivering high-visibility projects by providing expert programming and architectural support for audio-visual systems. You will be responsible for ensuring successful outcomes for our customers and end users, with a focus on Crestron equipment and environments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong proficiency in A/V programming and system design, contributing to innovative and reliable solutions.

Position Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test high performance AV solutions for government customers.
• Generate custom audiovisual system designs using Crestron technologies
• Support customer stakeholder meetings to collect and document or validate system requirements
• Research, identify, and recommend technology options to solve customer problems
• Support onsite deployment of AV systems and system configuration phases
• Coordinate with customer facilities teams and other onsite sub-contractors and vendors during systems installation as required
• Support the development of end-user training materials and operations and maintenance plans
• Perform in‑house testing and on‑site commissioning at client locations
• Develop expertise in the industry through continuing training, certifications, and review of trade publications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• This position requires an Active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance.(A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• Willingness to obtain a Counterintelligence Poly (CIP) or already have a current Counterintelligence Poly (CIP)
• Level 2: 1+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven experience with Crestron programming and system environments
• Proficiency in modern programming and scripting languages such as C++, Java, JavaScript, Perl, Python, and Visual Basic
• Experience in system integration, testing, and troubleshooting of complex A/V systems
• Hands‑on experience with network programming
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and integration best practices

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Level 3: 3+ years of related systems design and integration experience, or equivalent education and experience
• Level 4: 5+ years of related systems design and integration experience, or equivalent education and experience
• An Active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance and current Counterintelligence Polygraph (CIP) is strongly preferred
• Experience translating customer requirements into software designs
• Knowledge of software systems configuration management
• Experience with C# programming
• Experience with object orientated programming
• Experience with HTML/web programming (for user interface design)
• Crestron Gold level programming Certification or higher
• Experience working with local and remote teams
• Experience interfacing directly with all levels of staff and management
• Experience working as a member of a development team

Compensation

Medical, dental, 401K

PTO and Holiday Pay

$130,000 - $200,000 based on experience