Chief Engineer
Core
Lead the Engineering Department at a television station, overseeing broadcast technology maintenance, modernization, and capital projects.
Role type
Senior IC Chief Engineer (Broadcast Operations)
Builds
Broadcast technology infrastructure, IT systems, and on-air operations for a local TV station
Domain
Media & Entertainment / Broadcast Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Digital electronics systems, broadcast equipment maintenance, IT systems management, fiber connectivity, A/V routing, digital transmitters, microwave equipment, project planning, budget management, team leadership, FCC compliance
Preferred skills
Modernizing operations, long-term capital project leadership, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
Fiber connectivity, digital transmitters, microwave equipment, A/V routing systems, graphics systems, editing systems
Responsibilities
Manage and mentor engineering staff, maintain broadcast technology and IT systems, develop and implement new technologies, ensure FCC and regulatory compliance, resolve on-air operational issues, manage department budget and capital projects
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
