Broadcast Engineer

Draper Media

Wilmington (DE)

Hybrid

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage (Single/Family)
Dental Coverage (Single/Family)
Vision Coverage (Single/Family)
Disability Coverage (Single)
Voluntary Benefits (Single/Family)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (80 hours/year)
Paid Holidays (9 days/year)

Job summary

Draper Media in Wilmington, DE and Havre De Grace, MD is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to maintain, repair and install broadcast equipment, ensuring reliable signals for radio and related operations.

The role requires knowledge of radio frequency engineering, FCC compliance, and proficiency with broadcasting software; you will support remote broadcasts and special events, work in teams or independently, and hold a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in radio broadcasting, television broadcasting or similar technical work.
  • Knowledge of radio frequency engineering and FCC compliance is required.
  • Ability to work in both team and independent settings with strong communication.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain, repair and install broadcast equipment.
  • Resolve technical issues and support remote broadcasts and events.
  • Ensure smooth operation for special events and regular programming.

Skills

Radio broadcasting
FCC compliance
Project management
Communication skills
Driver's license

Tools

Broadcasting software tools

Job description

Draper Media has an immediate opening for a Broadcast Engineer for our Wilmington, DE and Havre De Grace, MD radio stations. This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair and installation of broadcast equipment, resolving technical issues and supporting remote broadcasts and special events.

Candidates should have proven experience in radio broadcasting, television broadcasting or similar technical experience, with knowledge of radio frequency engineering. Strong understanding of FCC compliance and proficiency with broadcasting software tools is required. Candidates should be capable of working in both a team environment and independently, with excellent project management and communication skills. A valid driver’s license is required.

Employment is contingent on successfully passing criminal background and drug screen tests.

We are an “Equal Opportunity Employer”

Position Information

Title: Broadcast Engineer
Status: Full-Time Salaried
Pay Range: $60,000 to $85,000 Annually
Other Compensation: Comp Time

Benefits

Health Coverage (Single/Family)
Dental Coverage (Single/Family)
Vision Coverage (Single/Family)
Disability Coverage (Single)
Voluntary Benefits (Single/Family)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (80 hours/year)
Paid Holidays (9 days/year)

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