Broadcast Engineer: TV, Radio & Streaming Ops

SDSU Research Foundation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

On-site childcare

Casual work attire

Birthday PTO

Job summary

KPBS, operating under SDSU Research Foundation, seeks a Broadcast Engineer to maintain and optimize TV, radio, and streaming broadcast operations on-site at our San Diego facilities.

The role covers equipment maintenance, system design, and emergency response, with a focus on reliable transmission and compliance with FCC regulations. A Bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years' experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and repairing broadcast equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations.
• Knowledge of remote broadcasting capability setup.
• Familiarity with broadcasting file formats for internet delivery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all technical aspects of TV, Radio and Streaming broadcast operations.
• Design, install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot broadcast systems.
• Respond to emergencies resulting from equipment or facility failures.
• Maintain inventory and repair records.
• Assist with installation and routine maintenance of broadcast equipment.

Skills

Broadcast troubleshooting

High-stress adaptability

Remote broadcasting setup

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Independent worker

On-site driving

Heavy equipment handling

Cross-cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

AutoCad

Cisco/CompTIA networking

RF transmission systems

Job description

KPBS, operating under SDSU Research Foundation, seeks a Broadcast Engineer to maintain and optimize TV, radio, and streaming broadcast operations on-site at our San Diego facilities.

The role covers equipment maintenance, system design, and emergency response, with a focus on reliable transmission and compliance with FCC regulations. A Bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years' experience are preferred.