Audio Visual Engineer Intern Jobs in Washington, DC

Position Summary

This is an ONSITE position located in Arlington, VA.

NCC is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Audio Visual Installer to support the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of complex audiovisual systems in a government environment. This role requires a strong technical background in AV integration, system troubleshooting, networking, and control systems, along with the ability to lead installation teams and maintain strong customer and vendor relationships. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills and experience supporting mission-critical AV environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex audiovisual (AV) systems installations and integrations
• Conduct site surveys to evaluate project requirements and installation feasibility
• Fabricate and assemble AV equipment racks
• Load and configure control system code
• Commission, test, and troubleshoot AV systems to ensure full operational functionality
• Generate, update, and maintain technical documentation, including system drawings and As-Built documentation
• Develop and maintain strong technical relationships with vendors and manufacturers
• Lead and mentor a team of contract AV Technicians
• Configure and troubleshoot AV network equipment and control systems
• Support end users through training and operational guidance on newly installed AV systems
• Ensure installations comply with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance (Must be able to pass a criminal background check and credit check)
• Minimum 5 years of experience working independently and collaboratively in team environments
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated critical reading and writing ability
• Minimum 5 years of experience fabricating and installing audiovisual systems
• Minimum 5 years of troubleshooting AV equipment, including:
  • Projectors
  • Control devices
  • Switchers
  • Scalers
  • Wireless microphones
  • Lighting controllers
  • Touch recognition systems
• Minimum 5 years of experience troubleshooting integrated AV systems
• Minimum 5 years configuring AV network equipment
• Minimum 5 years troubleshooting control systems
• Minimum 5 years of experience reading and generating technical documentation, drawings, and blueprints, including CAD experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills with experience working in multicultural environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Audiovisual Technology, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Information Technology, Radio/Television, Communications, or related field
• AVIXA certifications such as:
  • Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)
  • CTS-Design (CTS-D)
  • CTS-Installation (CTS-I)
• Manufacturer certifications such as:
  • Biamp
  • ClearOne
  • Crestron
  • Cisco/Tandberg
  • Shure
• AMX, Crestron, or Extron control system certifications
• Experience supporting government contracting environments
• Experience training end users on AV systems
• Troubleshooting and managing IP networks and video teleconference technologies.
• Experience programming control systems using Crestron Studio
• Ability to support multiple computer operating systems
• Experience supporting:
  • Windows environments
  • Streaming appliances
  • Storage servers
  • Video production server environments
  • Asset management systems
  • Remote control AV device management

Compensation

Salary range starting at $70,000

The compensation range listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, budget, market data, and relevant laws.

NCC provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant that requires a reasonable accommodation, please email us at recruiting@nccsite.com. Please reference the position in your email.

NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristic. E-Verify Employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.