Field Broadcast Engineer – Mission-Driven Tech Leader

K-LOVE & Air1; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401K with company match

Parental leave & PTO

Job summary

K-LOVE is seeking a Field Engineer III to ensure premier broadcast quality across assigned transmitter sites in California and surrounding areas. You will lead installation, maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with contracted technicians.

This role requires on-site presence at multiple locations, strong RF and IP networking knowledge, and a commitment to safety and FCC compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in electronics, broadcast, or related field or 5+ years related experience.
• SBE Certification desirable.
• 6+ years experience in troubleshooting, installing, repairing, and maintaining broadcast equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair broadcast equipment to highest quality.
• Mentor junior Broadcast Engineers and coordinate with contract engineers.
• Manage site visits, emergency repairs, and on-site equipment for transmitter sites.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

Troubleshooting

Mentor engineers

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in electronics/broadcast

Tools

VOMs

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum Analyzers

Microsoft Office

Ticketing software

Job description

K-LOVE is seeking a Field Engineer III to ensure premier broadcast quality across assigned transmitter sites in California and surrounding areas. You will lead installation, maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with contracted technicians.

This role requires on-site presence at multiple locations, strong RF and IP networking knowledge, and a commitment to safety and FCC compliance.