Senior Field Engineer
Core
Lead special events and project-based assignments as an EIC while supporting engineering operations for live news, special events, and breaking news coverage.
Role type
Senior Field Engineer (Broadcast Engineering & Project Management)
Builds
Reliable, high-quality transmission and production for live news, special events, and breaking news across remote and studio environments.
Domain
Broadcast media, live television production, satellite and IP transmission
Required skills
Broadcast engineering, live television production, satellite transmission, IP transmission, fiber optics, streaming technologies, EIC experience, vehicle operation, technical documentation
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree, experience with audio/video systems, vendor coordination, problem-solving under pressure
Technologies
Satellite, fiber, IP, streaming, broadcast equipment, audio/video systems
Responsibilities
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair broadcast, streaming, audio, and video equipment; Coordinate technical installations and evaluate new transmission systems; Create and maintain technical documentation; Support live news and special event coverage; Operate and maintain the Satellite News Vehicle; Safely operate company-owned and rental vehicles
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with project leadership