Broadcast Engineer (Communications Systems Specialist)

State of Illinois; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Central Management Services seeks a Communications Systems Specialist (Broadcast Engineer) to support the Illinois Office of Communication Information.

This role involves planning, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting sophisticated broadcast and communications systems, including satellite uplink/downlink, audio and video production, livestreaming, and web-based distribution.

Qualifications

• Four years of college with major coursework in electronic engineering, radio/television, telecommunications, or data processing.
• Four years of professional experience in communications systems designs.
• Two years of professional experience with Ku-Band Satellite Uplink/Downlink or livestreaming video to internet and social media.
• Working knowledge of satellite, audio/video equipment including broadcast consoles, mixing systems, and digital playback/automation systems.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel with overnight stays.

Skills

Communications systems design

Live event support

Education

Four years college in electronic engineering / radio & TV / telecom / data processing

Tools

Ku-Band Satellite Uplink/Downlink

Broadcast consoles

Livestreaming to internet

Job description

The Illinois Department of Central Management Services seeks a Communications Systems Specialist (Broadcast Engineer) to support the Illinois Office of Communication Information. This role involves planning, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting sophisticated broadcast and communications systems, including satellite uplink/downlink, audio and video production, livestreaming, and web-based distribution. The engineer provides hands‑on technical support for live events and state productions in studio and field environments, troubleshooting complex issues under tight deadlines and evaluating emerging technologies.

Key qualifications:

• Four years of college with major coursework in electronic engineering, radio/television, telecommunications, or data processing
• Four years of professional experience in communications systems designs
• Two years of professional experience with Ku-Band Satellite Uplink/Downlink or livestreaming video to internet and social media
• Working knowledge of satellite, audio/video equipment including broadcast consoles, mixing systems, and digital playback/automation systems
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel with overnight stays