Audio Visual Technician

Company Description The Astronauts Memorial Foundation exists to Honor, Inspire, and Educate. Established after the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger accident, AMF honors astronauts who have sacrificed their lives for the advancement of human spaceflight and inspires future generations of space explorers through education.

Operating from the Center for Space Education at Kennedy Space Center, AMF delivers mission-driven programs, conferences, and events for students, educators, and guests from around the world. The Center for Space Education serves as a “living memorial,” offering educational programs in partnership with NASA and providing complimentary access to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex for program attendees.

If you like space, rockets, science, history, and more, this is an amazing opportunity to work in a unique, mission-driven environment at Kennedy Space Center.

Role Description AMF is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Audiovisual Technician (Audiovisual Specialist) to support daily operations and live events across multiple spaces within the Center for Space Education. This role is hands-on and fast-paced, requiring strong technical skills, clear communication, and a hospitality-focused, professional demeanor. **Note** This role is Part-Time on an events need basis but has the opportunity to develop into a Full Time role

The technician is responsible for:

• Set up, operate, monitor, and strike audiovisual systems for meetings, classes, conferences, and special events. 
• Accurately and efficiently set up and break down audiovisual equipment according to event requirements and equipment sheets. 
• Troubleshoot audio, video, projection, lighting, control, and basic streaming/recording systems in real time. 
• Understand the technical aspects of AV systems and demonstrate advanced operational ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve equipment and software issues. 
• Anticipate equipment challenges and changes in a timely and professional manner. 
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on AV equipment; report and track technical issues. 
• Ensure equipment is operating correctly while in use and comply with all company safety and security procedures.

Customer Service & Client Interaction

• Provide excellent service and strive to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers. 
• Interface professionally with clients, presenters, educators, and guests; provide on-site technical support and clear communication. 
• Meet with guests on-site to confirm needs, review setups, and ensure equipment is functioning properly. 
• Monitor events and check in with customers throughout the day to ensure a seamless experience.

Systems Knowledge & Event Support

• Understand signal flow for audio, video, and lighting systems. 
• Assist with or perform basic lighting system programming and operation. 
• Support multiple event spaces with varying technical and scheduling demands. 
• Interact with other staff and outside vendors regarding equipment needs and configurations. 
• Use equipment sheets and run-of-show information to prepare for conferences, training, meetings, and special events. 
• Maintain organized storage and inventory of AV equipment and related gear. 
• Support rehearsals, run-of-show execution, and post-event breakdowns. 
• Assist with room setup and breakdown (tables, chairs, staging, basic furnishings) as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Experience with audiovisual systems (audio, video, projection, microphones, basic lighting). 
• Strong technical and troubleshooting skills, including under time constraints. 
• Excellent interpersonal, client-facing, and customer service skills. 
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain composed in high-stress or time-sensitive situations. 
• Physically able to lift and move AV equipment and assist with room setups. 
• Ability and willingness to work evenings, nights, weekends, and variable hours based on event needs. 
• Professional demeanor, discretion, reliability, and strong communication skills. 

Preferred

• 2 years of experience in AV setup/operation, preferably in a hospitality, conference center, museum, or educational setting. 
• Familiarity with live streaming, recording, and hybrid event technology. 
• Understanding of signal flow for audio, video, and lighting systems. 
• Additional technical training or certifications in AV or related fields. 
• Residence in the Central Florida / Space Coast region (no relocation provided).

What We Offer

• A professional, NASA-adjacent environment supporting mission-driven programs, conferences, and national-level events. 
• The opportunity to honor America’s astronauts while inspiring future generations through education. 
• A collaborative team culture focused on excellence, precision, and professionalism.
• Opportunities to support high-profile events, dignitaries, educators, and educational programs.
• The chance to refine and grow your technical and event-production skills in a unique space-themed venue.