Broadcast Engineer

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group in the Washington, DC area is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to install and maintain video, audio, and broadcasting equipment, including server-based systems, editors, routers, and transmission gear. The role requires strong electronics, IP networking and electrical systems knowledge, and the ability to troubleshoot and document signal flows.

Duties include maintaining transmitters, supporting users, CAD diagrams, and adhering to engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ broadcast experience.
• Solid understanding of core hardware, computer systems, IP Networking and electrical systems.
• Associates degree or higher in electronics or related field preferred; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair transmitters (AM, FM, TV, Microwave, Fiber, satellite, etc.), receivers, cameras, switchers, graphic systems, audio equipment, video tape systems, routers, automation/editing systems, intercoms, two-way radios, monitors and display systems
• Provide budget information to support the implementation of new systems
• Provide technical support to operational users
• Consult and communicate with engineering management and other engineers on technical issues as required
• Provide specific engineering signal flow diagrams for CAD documentation on all work performed on technical systems
• Perform all technical work to engineering standards and practices
• Must be able to lift equipment up to 50 lbs and work on ladders; read and understand technical materials

Skills

broadcast experience

hardware understanding

IP networking

electrical systems

troubleshooting

driver's license

read technical materials

Education

Associates degree or higher in electronics

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

7 News in Washington, DC is looking for a Broadcast Engineer! This individual will be responsible for installing and maintaining video, audio, and other equipment associated with television broadcasting. This includes server-based record and play-out systems, non-linear editors, production switchers, routing switchers, MPEG encoders, decoders, automation, news room computer systems, data networks, and broadcast transmission equipment.

In addition, job responsibilities will include…

• Maintain and repair transmitters (AM, FM, TV, Microwave, Fiber, satellite, etc.), receivers, cameras,switchers, graphic systems, audio equipment, video tape systems, routers, automation/editing systems, intercoms, two-way radios, monitors and display systems
• Provide budget information to support the implementation of new systems
• Provide technical support to operational users
• Consult and communicate with engineering management and other engineers on technical issues as required
• Provide specific engineering signal flow diagrams for CAD documentation on all work performed on technical systems
• Perform all technical work to engineering standards and practices

What skills do you need to be successful in our role?

• Minimum of 5 years’ broadcast experience
• Solid understanding of core hardware, computer systems, IP Networking and electrical systems
• Experience working with microwaves, transmitters and satellites is preferred
• Self‑motivated and the ability to work efficiently without direct supervision
• Confidence in troubleshooting problems and effectively communicating solutions to internal and external customers
• Ability to read and understand technical materials
• Hold a valid driver's license
• Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings
• Ability to work on ladders, stand for long periods of time, and lift computers or equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Associates degree or higher in electronics or a related field is preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

The hourly compensation range for this role is $31.48 to $36.98. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.