Audio Visual Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Audio Visual Engineer to support a large-scale defense contract located in Alexandria, VA through 100% on site presence. The Audio Visual Engineer will lead the design, integration, and lifecycle support of secure AV systems, including video conferencing, control systems, and AV-over-IP technologies, to ensure mission-critical communication capabilities across classified and unclassified environments.

Responsibilities of the Audio Visual Engineer include:

• Design, integrate, and maintain AV systems including Crestron/AMX control systems, Extron switching, and Cisco Webex/TelePresence platforms
• Lead implementation and lifecycle management of AV infrastructure such as projection, display, sound reinforcement, and AV-over-IP systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve AV system issues in secure, fast-paced environments to ensure operational continuity
• Collaborate with system administrators, facilities teams, and mission stakeholders to support secure conferencing and command center operations
• Interpret and develop system schematics, signal flow diagrams, and rack layouts for AV installations
• Travel 10–15% to support installations, testing, and field troubleshooting as needed

Qualifications of the Audio Visual Engineer include:

• 5+ years of experience in AV engineering, integration, or support—preferably within secure, government, or enterprise environments
• Proficiency in Crestron/AMX programming, Extron systems, Cisco Webex/TelePresence, and AV-over-IP technologies
• Strong understanding of control system design, signal flow analysis, and AV system schematics
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Excellent problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in mission-driven environments
• Experience supporting secure AV systems in DoD or intelligence community environments (preferred)
• Familiarity with integrating emerging AV technologies in classified space (preferred)

Compensation for the Audio Visual Engineer includes:

• Salary Range: $110,000-120,000 **depending on experience**
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Plan, Holidays, PTO, sick leave as required by law

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