Senior AV & Interactive Systems Integration Engineer

Museum Technology | Multimedia Systems | Immersive Experiences

Location: Lorton, Virginia

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 5+ years of relevant hands-on experience

Engineer the Technology Behind Extraordinary Museum Experiences

What does it take to make dozens of computers, media servers, interactive applications, and audiovisual systems work together seamlessly inside a museum?

That’s where you come in.

At D&P, we integrate sophisticated technology into museums, exhibitions, and public environments, transforming creative concepts into reliable, engaging visitor experiences.

Our projects can involve anything from a standalone interactive exhibit to a fully networked installation with more than 100 interconnected systems.

We are seeking an experienced Senior AV & Interactive Systems Integration Engineer to take a leading technical role in configuring, integrating, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning these systems.

This is a hands-on engineering position for someone who understands both computer systems and the unique demands of audiovisual and interactive technology.

What You’ll Do

1. Engineer and Integrate Complex Systems

• Define and recommend appropriate computer and media delivery system configurations based on project requirements.
• Configure and integrate Windows-based computers, media servers, and specialized audiovisual systems.
• Support installations ranging from individual interactive stations to large-scale, networked multimedia environments.
• Ensure that hardware, software, and audiovisual components operate together reliably.
• Work with systems such as 7thSense, Pandora’s Box, WATCHOUT, or comparable media playback platforms.

2. Lead Technical Testing and Performance Optimization

• Develop and execute system integration and performance tests.
• Validate software and hardware compatibility.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues involving operating systems, BIOS settings, application performance, networking, touch interfaces, and media playback.
• Optimize system configurations for stability, performance, and long-term reliability.
• Support operating system upgrades and assess their impact on existing applications.

3. Support System Implementation and Commissioning

• Translate technical requirements into practical system configurations and implementation plans.
• Prepare and document system configurations, testing procedures, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with installation teams to integrate and commission systems at project sites.
• Verify that completed systems meet agreed performance specifications and client security requirements.
• Support final testing, troubleshooting, and technical handover before project completion.

4. Collaborate Across Technical Disciplines

• Work closely with software developers, audiovisual specialists, show control programmers, engineers, and project managers.
• Evaluate hardware and software interfaces to identify integration risks.
• Recommend technical solutions when existing systems require modifications or upgrades.
• Communicate complex technical issues clearly to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced team members when appropriate.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant practical experience in computer systems integration, audiovisual technology, multimedia systems, or a related technical field.
• Strong knowledge of Windows-based computer systems, hardware configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Experience integrating hardware and software into reliable operational systems.
• Understanding of computer networking and its application to interconnected audiovisual or multimedia systems.
• Ability to diagnose complex system performance issues and implement effective solutions.
• Familiarity with software development processes, application testing, and hardware/software interfaces.
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work across multiple projects, adapt to changing schedules, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with audiovisual systems integration, media servers, or interactive installations.
• Knowledge of 7thSense, Pandora’s Box, WATCHOUT, or similar specialized media delivery platforms.
• Experience with show control systems, video playback systems, or immersive multimedia environments.
• Familiarity with software scripting, programming, or application testing.
• Experience in museums, themed entertainment, visitor attractions, exhibitions, or other technology-driven public environments.
• Experience supporting on-site installation, commissioning, and technical acceptance testing.

Who Could Be a Great Fit?

You might currently be:

• An AV Systems Integration Engineer.
• A Multimedia Systems Engineer.
• A Media Server or Playback Systems Specialist.
• A Computer Systems Engineer working with audiovisual applications.
• A Technical Integration Specialist in themed entertainment, museums, or immersive environments.

We are particularly interested in professionals who combine strong computer systems expertise with hands-on audiovisual integration experience.