Manager, Quality Engineering - Unified Communications

Crestron Electronics Inc

Rockleigh, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$133,100–$215,600 Per Year
SKILLS
Acoustics, Adobe Audition, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Atlassian JIRA, Audio Engineering, Audio Precision, Audio Streaming, Audio Testing, Audiovisual, Automation, Best Practices, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Coaching, Commercial Construction, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Crestron, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Electrical Engineering, Employee Retention, Equalization, Fortune 500 Customers, HVAC, IP (Internet Protocol), Internet Security, LinkedIn, Marketing, Mentoring, Microsoft Certifications, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft SharePoint, Multitasking, Network Performance/Analysis, Optics, Options Analysis, Organizational Skills, Oscilloscope, Pattern Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Testing, Power Amplifier, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Costing, Product Development, Product Support, Product Testing, Production Schedule, Property Management, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Real Estate, Regulatory Requirements, Residential Construction, Shading, System Integration (SI), Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Test Automation, Test Equipment, Test Strategy, Testing, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Unified Communications, Use Cases, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Validation Testing, Voice Products, Wireshark (Ethereal)
LOCATION
Rockleigh, NJ
POSTED
30+ days ago

At Crestron Electronics, Inc we build the technology that integrates technology.

We are proud to be the largest and most recognized brand in automation and control solutions, and the premier technology partner for fortune 500 businesses globally. Our products' are integrated into new high-tech commercial buildings' to include some of the most exciting real estate throughout the world. Our clients include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, LinkedIn and many others. We are the leaders in the most exciting industry in the world!

Our automation and control solutions for homes and buildings allow our clients to control entire environments with the push of a button, integrating systems such as Audio Visual, Lighting, Shading, Security, Building Management Systems and HVAC to provide greater comfort, convenience and security.

Overview

Crestron Electronics is seeking a Manager of Quality Engineering with a primary focus on Audio and DSP testing within the Unified Communications Quality Engineering organization. This is a high-impact, "player-coach" role for a hands-on technical leader who will own test strategy, drive engineering rigor, and develop a talented team dedicated to delivering the premium quality our customers expect. This role also carries oversight responsibility for Camera testing, making it a unique opportunity to shape quality across two of Crestrons most strategically important and rapidly evolving product domains.

Our audio testing encompasses validation of sophisticated DSP, multi-zone audio, and conference room microphones and speakers across Crestrons growing portfolio of UC devices. A strong audio background is essential, as this leader will set the technical bar for audio quality across the organization. This role also carries meaningful responsibility for Camera testing, including intelligent video features such as AI framing, speaker tracking, and Microsoft Teams certification compliance. Camera experience is a plus, though not a requirement.

As Crestron continues to raise the standard for premium conferencing experiences, this role is essential to ensuring that both audio and camera capabilities are validated to the exacting quality our customers expect.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders, a keen understanding of both manual and automated testing methodologies, and a commitment to fostering a culture of quality and continuous learning within the team.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the strategic vision for the Audio Quality Engineering team, ensuring high-quality products and components, while also providing managerial oversight of the Camera Quality Engineering team.
  • Assess and optimize both objective and subjective product performance, addressing challenges such as third-party integrations, networking complexities, and acoustic variations.
  • Act as the subject matter expert for audio quality, driving decisions to meet diverse user needs and expectations, while developing working knowledge of camera quality to effectively lead and support that team.
  • Attract, mentor, and retain top talent, fostering a culture of critical thinking and problem-solving.
  • Build positive, productive working relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
  • Analyze patterns and trends from data collected across multiple sources to improve audio product performance.
  • Develop and implement efficient test processes, procedures, and automation strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective product releases.
  • Collaborate with the security team to meet Crestron and regulatory requirements for audio and video products.
  • Work closely with Technical Product Support teams to identify typical, atypical, and challenging use cases for continuous quality improvement.
  • Partner with Engineering, Product Development, Production, Marketing, and Quality teams to enhance overall productivity.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.

  • 10+ years of relevant experience in audio product testing, with a focus on professional audio equipment and voice solutions.

  • 5+ years of experience delivering high-quality audio products, including digital signal processors, amplifiers, microphones, and audio-over-IP solutions.

  • 5+ years of experience managing and leading test teams, driving performance improvements, and fostering a culture of quality.

  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn and take ownership of adjacent technical domains; prior experience with camera or video quality is a plus but not required.

  • Proven ability to define strategic goals for both audio and video quality engineering operations.

  • Strong skills in evaluating product performance in complex environments involving third-party devices, networking, and acoustics.

  • Deep knowledge of audio quality technologies, including Perceptual Audio Quality, Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC), Noise Suppression, Reverb Removal, Mixing, Gain Control, Equalization, Power Amplifiers, Beamforming, Spatial Filtering, Multichannel Audio, Audio over IP, Unified Communication Platforms, Music Streaming Services.

  • Ability to make sound technical decisions that balance performance and user experience.

  • Experience mentoring and developing teams.

  • Strong analytical skills to identify and address patterns and trends.

  • Excellent learning agility to quickly grasp new technologies and apply existing knowledge across domains.

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  • Exceptional written and verbal skills is required.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and deliver quality software to production within tight schedules is required.

  • Track record of completing assignments on time with a high degree of quality is critical.

  • Excellent team player with a consistently positive attitude and collaborative approach to problem solving, options analysis and continuous improvement of process, team and systems.

  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple large-scale projects is critical.

  • Team oriented (we before me); strong interpersonal skills are essential.

  • Strong understanding of perceptual audio quality, acoustic performance testing, and customer use case validation in both lab and real-world environments.

  • This role requires familiarity with various tools and audio testing equipment, including:

  • Audio Testing Equipment: NTi Audio XL2, Audio Precision analyzers, Audacity, Adobe Audition, Sound Level Meters, SPL Meters

  • Measurement Tools: Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Signal Generators

  • Audio Libraries and Protocols: AES67, Dante, AVB, SIP, Bluetooth Audio, SPDIF, RTP, MADI

  • Bug Tracking Systems: Jira or similar tools

  • Collaboration Tools: Microsft Teams, SharePoint

  • Network Analysis Tools: Wireshark, Fiddler

  • Nice-to-Have Skills:

  • Camera and video quality knowledge, including optics validation, image sensors, and AI-tracking algorithms, is a plus but not a requirement for this role. A willingness to learn and grow into this domain is expected

  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices related to AV devices.

Per applicable state requirements, the annual pay range for this position ($133,100 - $215,600) which consists of base salary (subject to performance), reflects the hiring range for candidates. Also note, an individual's offer may vary from this range as it may be impacted by additional factors, including but not limited to the candidates hiring location, qualifications, experience, and market factors.

Crestron Electronics offers a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401K with company match, Paid Time Off, Holidays, On-site Amenities at NJ Headquarters & TX Facilities, Crestron Market Cafes, and Fitness Centers.

At Crestron Electronics, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion drive innovation. Crestron's success hinges on continuing to build a workforce of unique individuals whose passion inspires us to create and revolutionize industry-leading products and services. There will always be more to accomplish, and at Crestron, we believe the best way forward is together.

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About the Company

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Crestron Electronics Inc

With over 40 years in business and 90+ offices worldwide, Crestron Electronics is the leading provider of control and automation systems for homes, offices, schools, hospitals, hotels and more. Crestron solutions are Integrated by Design™ to provide the ultimate technology lifestyle. No matter where you are, or what you do, with Crestron you're always connected.

At Home
You don't need multiple remotes just to watch television, or a wall filled with switches and knobs that takes you 3 tries to find the right light. Take control of your home with just one button press from a sleek Crestron touch screen, designer engraved keypad or your iPad®, iPhone®, iPod Touch®, or Android™ device. Select a movie to watch or music to enjoy from your favorite chair. Adjust your lights, shades, temperature and check on your alarm system without getting out of bed. The comfort and convenience of the ultimate technology lifestyle can be yours. The possibilities are endless, whatever you can imagine Crestron can do.

At Work
Whether you need to control an AV presentation, videoconference internationally or update your digital signage, Crestron has a control system to keep you connected. Monitor your enterprise to increase sustainability by tracking your carbon footprint to see where you use on site energy, and how you can continue to reduce energy costs. Add room sensors and set presets for shades to control daylight harvesting and only use lights as they are needed. Show off your energy savings from a flash-based, stylish interface in your lobby. Book an available conference room that has the technology and space you need, directly from Outlook or on your web browser. There are no limitations to keep your organization on the cutting-edge, increase efficiencies and lower costs.

At School
Enhance curriculum through easy-to-use technology for teachers and professors. From one touch on an intuitive touchpanel select to play a DVD, use a document camera, or present a PowerPoint from the PC. Crestron makes it easy for instructors to use classroom technology, and for IT managers to support hundreds of rooms through the standard IP network. Tech support can remotely manage classrooms, labs, conference rooms and auditoriums globally and remotely. Control lighting and climate by time of day and usage. Check lamp life and schedule maintenance. Let your teachers and professors focus on teaching, not worry about technology. Join the world's leading universities, become a Crestron Connected™ Campus.

At Play
Add the Crestron control app to your mobile devices, iPhone, iPad, laptop or MacBook® and show off to your friends all that you can do from the golf course or even the beach. Flaunt the awesome Crestron sound system you just installed in your yacht. Notice how the museum you went to this weekend has the same touchpanel on the wall that you have in your house. Everywhere you are, whatever you need, with Crestron you're connected.
COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Electronics, Components, and Semiconductor Mfg
FOUNDED
1971
WEBSITE
http://www.crestron.com/