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Science and research F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Texas are concentrated around Houston's life sciences and energy research corridor, the Dallas-Fort Worth biotech cluster, and Austin's growing research institutions. Major employers include ExxonMobil, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and Texas Instruments. STEM OPT's 24-month extension gives science and research graduates meaningful runway to contribute to long-cycle research projects.
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Virtual Production Systems Engineer
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Fort Worth, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Who we are
The College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts (PVFA) is for students who love to imagine, create, learn, and grow. It’s for those who love to explore new ways of seeing the world and who understand the magic that can happen when beauty and technology merge. Students will gain the practical, real-world skills and theoretical frameworks needed to become leaders in the highly competitive fine arts world of the 21st century. The visual and performing arts are well-established and respected programs at Texas A&M University. They include dancers, directors, computer graphics engineers, composers, art historians, sound technologists—and much more. Effective September 1, 2022, our Dance Science, Performance Studies, and Visualization programs joined forces to combine these strengths with world-renowned Aggie expertise in science, engineering, and technology. What else is ahead? One priority is a new, $175 million, state-of-the-art performing arts building that will also be a hub of engagement, creation, and discovery for future generations of Aggies in the fine arts. Learn more about us and our exciting future at College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts website.
What we want
The Virtual Production Systems Engineer is responsible for the monitoring and operation of large format display LED volumes, networking, and video distribution systems. Works on complex technical projects involving the design, building, and maintenance of various components crucial to on-set display volume work and day-to-day operations, including client projects, maintenance, and internal creative efforts.
What you need to know
Salary: Commensurate
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Travel: May require occasional travel for on-location productions
Schedule: May require evening and weekend work during production periods
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Four years of experience in systems engineering, broadcast engineering, or related field
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Advanced knowledge of LED panel display systems and module LED technology
- Advanced experience with Megapixel LED processor and similar products
- Strong PC proficiency at component level
- Knowledge of camera systems and tracking systems (Stype preferred)
- Experience with broadcast engineering workflows
- Knowledge of timing systems (sync generators, master clocks)
- Experience in live events/productions/tv/film
- Advanced troubleshooting skills for complex integrated systems
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented with ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently
- Experience using robotic cameras and cranes
- Computers
- LED Panels and Control Systems
- Camera and Video Equipment
- Ability to lift or move equipment
- Ability to work at heights on ladders or lifts
- Visual acuity to work with detailed technical systems
- Must be able to work in dark or low-light environments
Responsibilities
LED and Video Systems Management
- Assists in the operation, maintenance, and expansion of flagship virtual production LED volume stage
- Collaborates with team to design, build, and maintain video distribution and monitoring systems
- Oversees operation of all physical aspects of LED operation and content serving
- Implements and maintains color pipeline for on-set virtual production process
- Works with production teams to meet individual project needs
Technical Infrastructure and Systems
- Works with team to design, build, and maintain hardware for render nodes and control systems
- Collaborates in designing, building, and maintaining IT network infrastructure for entire stage facility
- Manages and maintains internal stage camera package
- Assists external productions with integrating virtual production camera hardware/technology
- Implements timing systems and broadcast engineering workflows
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Performs preventative maintenance on all systems
- Diagnoses and resolves issues in complex integrated systems
- Manages PC maintenance and upgrade tasks
- Monitors system performance and suggests improvements
- Implements best practices for system security and data backups
Documentation and Support
- Creates system-related documents including installation procedures and maintenance protocols
- Ensures accuracy and effectiveness of systems to meet production requirements
- Supports tours, demos, and internal creative efforts
- Collaborates with VP Supervisor to ensure all hardware, software, and networking dependencies are met
Why Texas A& M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Title
Virtual Production Systems Engineer
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Fort Worth, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Who we are
The College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts (PVFA) is for students who love to imagine, create, learn, and grow. It’s for those who love to explore new ways of seeing the world and who understand the magic that can happen when beauty and technology merge. Students will gain the practical, real-world skills and theoretical frameworks needed to become leaders in the highly competitive fine arts world of the 21st century. The visual and performing arts are well-established and respected programs at Texas A&M University. They include dancers, directors, computer graphics engineers, composers, art historians, sound technologists—and much more. Effective September 1, 2022, our Dance Science, Performance Studies, and Visualization programs joined forces to combine these strengths with world-renowned Aggie expertise in science, engineering, and technology. What else is ahead? One priority is a new, $175 million, state-of-the-art performing arts building that will also be a hub of engagement, creation, and discovery for future generations of Aggies in the fine arts. Learn more about us and our exciting future at College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts website.
What we want
The Virtual Production Systems Engineer is responsible for the monitoring and operation of large format display LED volumes, networking, and video distribution systems. Works on complex technical projects involving the design, building, and maintenance of various components crucial to on-set display volume work and day-to-day operations, including client projects, maintenance, and internal creative efforts.
What you need to know
Salary: Commensurate
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Travel: May require occasional travel for on-location productions
Schedule: May require evening and weekend work during production periods
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Four years of experience in systems engineering, broadcast engineering, or related field
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Advanced knowledge of LED panel display systems and module LED technology
- Advanced experience with Megapixel LED processor and similar products
- Strong PC proficiency at component level
- Knowledge of camera systems and tracking systems (Stype preferred)
- Experience with broadcast engineering workflows
- Knowledge of timing systems (sync generators, master clocks)
- Experience in live events/productions/tv/film
- Advanced troubleshooting skills for complex integrated systems
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented with ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently
- Experience using robotic cameras and cranes
- Computers
- LED Panels and Control Systems
- Camera and Video Equipment
- Ability to lift or move equipment
- Ability to work at heights on ladders or lifts
- Visual acuity to work with detailed technical systems
- Must be able to work in dark or low-light environments
Responsibilities
LED and Video Systems Management
- Assists in the operation, maintenance, and expansion of flagship virtual production LED volume stage
- Collaborates with team to design, build, and maintain video distribution and monitoring systems
- Oversees operation of all physical aspects of LED operation and content serving
- Implements and maintains color pipeline for on-set virtual production process
- Works with production teams to meet individual project needs
Technical Infrastructure and Systems
- Works with team to design, build, and maintain hardware for render nodes and control systems
- Collaborates in designing, building, and maintaining IT network infrastructure for entire stage facility
- Manages and maintains internal stage camera package
- Assists external productions with integrating virtual production camera hardware/technology
- Implements timing systems and broadcast engineering workflows
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Performs preventative maintenance on all systems
- Diagnoses and resolves issues in complex integrated systems
- Manages PC maintenance and upgrade tasks
- Monitors system performance and suggests improvements
- Implements best practices for system security and data backups
Documentation and Support
- Creates system-related documents including installation procedures and maintenance protocols
- Ensures accuracy and effectiveness of systems to meet production requirements
- Supports tours, demos, and internal creative efforts
- Collaborates with VP Supervisor to ensure all hardware, software, and networking dependencies are met
Why Texas A& M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Which science and research companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Texas?
Texas has a wide range of science and research employers with documented STEM OPT sponsorship activity. In the life sciences space, MD Anderson Cancer Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Baylor College of Medicine have active research hiring. Energy-sector research employers such as ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Schlumberger (now SLB) regularly hire STEM OPT candidates. Texas Instruments and Samsung Semiconductor support materials and applied physics research roles in the Dallas-Austin corridor.
Which cities in Texas have the most science and research F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Houston leads for life sciences and energy research, anchored by the Texas Medical Center and major oil and gas R&D facilities. Austin has expanded rapidly in semiconductor research and computational biology, driven by university spinouts and technology firms. Dallas-Fort Worth has a strong biotech and clinical research presence. San Antonio supports defense and biomedical research through institutions affiliated with the University of Texas Health Science Center and military research programs.
What types of science and research roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles must be in a STEM-designated degree field and directly related to the student's program of study. In Texas, qualifying positions commonly include research scientist, computational biologist, materials scientist, chemist, geoscientist, biomedical engineer, data scientist in a research context, and laboratory analyst. The position must be paid, at least 20 hours per week, and supervised by the employer. Volunteer or unpaid research positions do not qualify under STEM OPT regulations.
How do I find science and research F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate filters science and research jobs in Texas specifically by F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship eligibility, so you can focus on employers who have a documented history of supporting STEM OPT candidates rather than sorting through unverified listings. You can filter by city, research discipline, and employer type. Because STEM OPT requires the employer to complete a formal training plan and enroll in E-Verify, using a platform that surfaces verified sponsoring employers saves significant time in your search.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT in science and research roles?
Texas does not impose state-level visa sponsorship requirements beyond federal STEM OPT rules, but a few practical factors matter. Energy and defense research employers in Texas may require security clearances for certain roles, which are generally unavailable to F-1 students. Additionally, some state-funded research institutions must verify employment eligibility through E-Verify, which aligns with the STEM OPT requirement but means onboarding processes can be more documentation-intensive. Confirming E-Verify enrollment with a prospective employer early is advisable.