Broadcast IT Field Engineer
Core
Field engineer supporting 24/7 newsgathering and live production environments by managing transmission links, equipment setup, and IT infrastructure.
Role type
Broadcast IT Field Engineer
Builds
Live broadcast feeds, remote production setups, and on-site IT support for news and entertainment productions.
Domain
Broadcast technology, live production, and field IT networking.
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Electronics troubleshooting, broadcast equipment maintenance, fiber/IP/satellite transmission setup, A/V routing, data networking, hardware/software support, complex problem solving, autonomous field work, peer workload management
Preferred skills
IP video transport knowledge, project implementation experience, AutoCAD, MS Project
Technologies
SNG satellite uplink/downlink, microwave, video encoding, ENG/Studio cameras, A/V routers, video switchers, audio mixers, media decks, NLE edit systems, storage devices, fiber optic links, signal processing, transcoding devices, intercom systems, routers, switches
Responsibilities
Set up and operate Fiber/IP/Satellite transmission links; perform quality control, maintenance, and repair of broadcast equipment; provide general hardware and software support for local computing; participate in technology design and integration projects; manage workload for peers during field assignments.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
