Exhibit Technology Specialist
About The Position
The Exhibit Technology Specialist is responsible for the maintenance, research, and integration of electronics, audio/video, and PC hardware and software for the Orlando Science Center's exhibits department. This position has a 60/40 split between maintaining and improving current exhibits and the research and development of new exhibits. This position supports building written procedures on exhibit maintenance as well as building troubleshooting procedures, providing improvements to existing exhibits, and contributing to the design of new exhibits and their visitor interface.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3-5 years relevant work experience.
- Demonstrates expertise in software and hardware computer systems including Windows (XP-12), OS X (v10.3-10.15), and Linux.
- Maintains knowledge of the principles, methods, and equipment used in the development and programming of microcontrollers, PC's, show controllers, and audio/video equipment, along with maintaining a working knowledge of various programming languages such as Python or Arduino.
Nice To Haves
- Possesses an inventive spirit.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Good working knowledge and the ability to troubleshoot computer, electronic, mechanical, and audio/video systems as necessary.
- Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to use a wide variety of hand and power tools.
- Ability to read complex wiring diagrams.
- Experience with interactive software such as Adobe Air, Flash and Director.
- Ability to work in Auto CAD, Sketch Up, or Fusion360.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Demonstrates the initiative to work without direct supervision.
- Candidate must be responsible for the timely completion of assigned tasks and skilled in the use of a wide variety of hand and power tools.
Responsibilities
- Assists exhibit technicians with repairs and serves as a knowledge base for the teams.
- Demonstrates expertise in software and hardware computer systems including Windows (XP-12), OS X (v10.3-10.15), and Linux.
- Identifies and diagnoses chronic or systemic technology defects in individual exhibits that can reduce their efficiency and reliability or compromise the intended function. Provides and/or implements solutions.
- Maintains knowledge of the principles, methods, and equipment used in the development and programming of microcontrollers, PC's, show controllers, and audio/video equipment, along with maintaining a working knowledge of various programming languages such as Python or Arduino.
- Assists with audio/visual needs associated with exhibits, live programming, and special events.
- Assists with the development of new exhibits and grant projects by making recommendations to the safe, efficient, and effective use of technology.
- Develops custom software for a variety of microcontrollers, PC, and specialty show control systems.
- Documents all wiring diagrams, code, and electronic components utilized in new exhibits.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
