Broadcast Systems Engineer for Live News & Transmitters

Sinclair Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Sinclair, Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to install and maintain video, audio, and broadcast equipment including server-based systems, editors, switchers, routing, encoders/decoders, and automation.

You’ll support engineering management and must read technical materials and work with CAD for diagrams. Required: 5+ years in broadcasting, strong hardware and IP networking knowledge, and a valid driver’s license.

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 is preferred.

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.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

IP networking

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Driver's license

Shift flexibility

Reading technical materials

Ladder work

Education

Associate degree in electronics

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CAD software

Server-based systems

Video/Audio equipment

Job description

Sinclair, Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to install and maintain video, audio, and broadcast equipment including server-based systems, editors, switchers, routing, encoders/decoders, and automation.

You’ll support engineering management and must read technical materials and work with CAD for diagrams. Required: 5+ years in broadcasting, strong hardware and IP networking knowledge, and a valid driver’s license.