Broadcast Transmitter Engineer - On-Call (Mt. Wilson)

FOX

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 110,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Job summary

KTTV Fox 11 is seeking a per-diem Transmitter Engineer to support our Mt. Wilson transmitter facility during high‑profile events or emergencies. The role requires extensive experience in transmitter site operations and maintenance, and familiarity with the Mt. Wilson transmission complex.

The position covers transmitter testing, power/IT monitoring, and on‑call outage response, with a focus on FCC compliance and safe operation. A technical degree or equivalent training is highly valued.

Qualifications

2-3 years of experience in electronics repair, studio AV setup, IT/networking, or military technical roles (a technical degree or equivalent training is highly valued).
Solid grasp of signal flow, electrical safety, and how to use basic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and hand tools.
Basic IT/networking skills (IP addresses, subnets, switches, PCs).

Responsibilities

Transmitter Operations (Mt. Wilson): Manage daily operation, routine calibrations, and emergency troubleshooting of high‑power transmitters and RF switchgear.
Transmitter testing, failover testing, signal path monitoring, baseband testing; willingness to work during high‑profile events.
Infrastructure & power: Monitor site IT systems, microwave/terrestrial links, UPS and generator systems, and related equipment.
Emergency restoration: Respond to outages and drive to Mt. Wilson site in varying weather to keep the station on air.
Compliance: Ensure transmitter site complies with FCC standards.