Director Engineering
Core
Lead the Engineering Department for a broadcast television station, ensuring the reliability, security, and compliance of broadcast, production, transmission, and digital infrastructure.
Role type
Director of Engineering (Broadcast/Station)
Builds
Broadcast, production, transmission, and digital platforms for a local TV station
Domain
Broadcast Television / Media Technology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Technical leadership, preventive maintenance planning, FCC compliance management, emergency preparedness, budget management, vendor relationship management, root cause analysis, facility infrastructure oversight
Preferred skills
5+ years broadcast engineering experience, leadership in media environments, knowledge of IP-based media infrastructure, virtualization, cloud technologies, cybersecurity practices, SBE certification
Technologies
Broadcast transmission systems, ATSC standards, digital media workflows, broadcast automation, newsroom systems, enterprise networking, UPS systems, generators, HVAC systems
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise the Engineering Department; Ensure reliable operation of broadcast and technical systems; Develop preventive maintenance and equipment lifecycle programs; Oversee transmission facilities and FCC compliance; Maintain emergency preparedness and disaster recovery plans; Collaborate with IT on cybersecurity standards; Manage engineering budgets and capital projects; Oversee critical facility infrastructure maintenance
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & team management
