Audio Visual Engineer

Audiovisual (AV) Systems Engineer (Level 2 / Level 3 / Level 4)

Location: Herndon, VA

Clearance Required: Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance (must be active within the past 24 months); ability to obtain SCI post-start

Position Overview

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a skilled Audiovisual (AV) Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, and deployment of complex, multi-classification AV solutions for government customers. This role involves end-to-end ownership, from requirements gathering and system design through installation, testing, and commissioning, while maintaining direct customer engagement.

Candidates may be considered at Level 2, Level 3, or Level 4, depending on experience.

Required Qualifications

Security Clearance

• Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance (active within past 24 months qualifies)
• Ability to obtain SCI access post-start

Experience (by Level)

• Level 2:
  • 1+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 3:
  • 3+ years of systems design and integration experience or equivalent
• Level 4:
  • 5+ years of systems design and integration experience or equivalent

Core Experience

• Setup, installation, and support of large-scale audiovisual systems
• Coordinating or leading schedule-driven tasks
• Direct customer interaction and support

Key Responsibilities

• Survey, plan, design, configure, and test multi-classification AV systems tailored to government environments
• Create custom AV system designs, including DSP programming and system configurations
• Participate in stakeholder meetings to gather, document, and validate requirements
• Research and recommend technology solutions aligned with mission needs
• Develop engineering documentation, including:
  • Signal flow diagrams
  • Line diagrams
  • Bills of materials (BOMs)
  • Rack elevations
  • Cable plant layouts
• Support and lead on-site installations and system configurations
• Collaborate with facility teams, subcontractors, and vendors
• Conduct in-house system testing and perform on-site commissioning
• Develop end-user training materials and operations & maintenance plans
• Stay current with AV technologies through training, certifications, and industry research

Key Skills

Technical Skills

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving to design custom AV solutions
• Familiarity with commercial AV software platforms and ability to modify out-of-the-box solutions
• Experience with AV design tools and drawing set creation (e.g., AutoCAD, Visio, or similar)

Soft Skills

• Strong customer-facing communication skills
• Ability to remain composed in high-pressure or time-sensitive environments
• Professional demeanor with capability to reassure and guide clients

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Experience working in classified or government environments
• Industry certifications (e.g., CTS, CTS-D, CTS-I, or manufacturer certifications)
• Familiarity with secure facility (SCIF) AV requirements

Why Join Us

• Work on mission-critical systems supporting national security
• Collaborate with a highly skilled, cross-functional engineering team
• Opportunities for growth, certification, and advancement

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