Broadcast Maintenance Engineer - Live TV Systems Expert

FOX News Channel; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Union benefits as applicable

Job summary

FOX News Channel is seeking a full‑time Maintenance Engineer for KTBC Fox 7 in downtown Austin, TX. The role focuses on installing, operating, and maintaining video, audio, and associated broadcast and data networks complying with SMPTE ST 2110 standards.

You will troubleshoot faults quickly, perform system updates, and provide hands-on training to staff. The position requires on-site presence, an engineering/IT background, and a proactive, team‑oriented work style.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or four years of equivalent industry experience.
• Solid knowledge of broadcast and network systems.
• Experience in RF and fiber-optic workflows desirable.
• Proactive, independent, and collaborative work style.
• Flexible working hours with full onsite presence at the station.

Responsibilities

• Provide paramount customer service and collaborate with other departments.
• Design, install, test, and document new systems and equipment with the engineering team.
• Manage and maintain data networks following Information Security policies.
• Perform maintenance and repairs for all systems supporting live broadcasts and events.
• Troubleshoot faults quickly to minimize service loss.
• Perform software/hardware updates, tests, and installations as required.
• Provide technical assistance and training to operating staff on workflows.
• Promote and adhere to best engineering standards and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Broadcast systems

Network systems

RF workflows

On-site work

Education

Associate degree in engineering or IT

Tools

RF equipment

Fiber-optic workflows

Job description

FOX News Channel is seeking a full‑time Maintenance Engineer for KTBC Fox 7 in downtown Austin, TX. The role focuses on installing, operating, and maintaining video, audio, and associated broadcast and data networks complying with SMPTE ST 2110 standards.

You will troubleshoot faults quickly, perform system updates, and provide hands-on training to staff. The position requires on-site presence, an engineering/IT background, and a proactive, team‑oriented work style.