A/V Engineering Manager

General Dynamics Information Technology•Falls Church, VA

21h•$142,792 - $172,500•Onsite

About The Position

As an A/V Engineering Manager at GDIT you'll manage and coach a small technical team ensuring a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. This team will design install, maintain, and troubleshoot audio and visual systems, including UC (Zoom/Teams), live events, and multimedia presentations, ensuring optimal sound and picture quality for audiences by selecting appropriate equipment, configuring settings, and managing system integration across various environments.

Requirements

9 + years of related experience
Bachelors degree with 5+ years of related experience. In lieu of degree, 9+ years of related experience required.
5+ years recent demonstrated management of an A/V technical team
Knowledge in the architecture and design of complex AV systems
demonstrated TEAMS/Zoom expertise
Ability to choose the best path quickly in high-stakes moments
Translating technical problems into simple, actionable language; making sure team members always know expectations, priorities, and timelines.
Managing workload efficiently so the right team member is assigned the right task, especially during high‑demand moments
Ability to manage disagreements within the team in a professional, constructive manner.
Developing team members’ technical and professional skills; providing regular feedback and fostering a growth mindset.
Ability to anticipate staffing needs for major events, off-hours coverage, or executive travel support
Confidence, professionalism, and poise when interacting with C‑Suite leaders. Ability to be calm, credible, and concise.
Understanding that executives may discuss sensitive information; maintaining strict professionalism at all times.
Predicting needs before an executive asks—testing equipment early, identifying risks, and preparing backups.
Providing clear, brief updates—no technical jargon. Executives want direct, solutions‑focused communication.
High‑touch support mindset; making executives feel prioritized, supported, and confident in AV capabilities.
Flexibility to switch gears quickly as executive schedules change or last-second meeting requirements pop up.
Composure, patience, and a friendly, polished attitude even in stressful or demanding situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AV control systems like Crestron, Extron.
Production level knowledge of Zoom/Teams
Expertise in networking and IP-based AV solutions
Comfortable working with cabling, wiring, and electrical systems
Strong understanding of acoustics and sound system design
Ability to work well under pressure manage multiple tasks simultaneously and make decisions quickly
Familiarity with video production and editing software
Staying up-to-date with the latest AV technologies and industry trends
Flexibility to travel to different sites for installations and support

Responsibilities

Coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals
Collaborating with Executives and clients to determine AV needs before an event
Transporting, setting up and connecting all audio-visual equipment for live performances
Collaborating with IT staff to integrate AV systems into network infrastructure
Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing AV systems
Ability to understand as built line drawings, and project schedules
Project management skills and experience leading AV projects
Installing permanent AV equipment in conference rooms
Testing the equipment to ensure everything is connected correctly and the signal is strong
Prepares and maintains documentation for processes and procedures
Maintains current knowledge of rapidly changing AV technology and works with management to evolve current designs and processes
Proactive daily maintenance and quality checks of building conference room and components

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
competitive pay and paid time off
variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
dental plan options
a vision plan
a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
full flex work weeks where possible
a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
short and long-term disability benefits
life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.