Head of Broadcast Engineering & TechOps

Cox Media Group, LLC.

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

WPXI Pittsburgh TV, part of Cox Media Group, seeks a Director of Engineering to lead all technical operations, from studio production to transmission facilities. You will manage budgets, guide modernization efforts, and ensure regulatory compliance across FCC rules, safety standards, and continuity planning.

You will build a high-performance engineering team, partner with News, Production, IT, and leadership to align technology with strategic goals, and drive 24/7 reliability and rapid incident

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in broadcast engineering or related field.
  • 5–10 years in broadcast/engineering with leadership experience.
  • Strong knowledge of FCC compliance and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience managing budgets and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all technical operations for the station, including studio production systems and master control workflows.
  • Ensure reliable, compliant operation of transmitters, RF systems, and critical infrastructure.
  • Protect the station license by maintaining regulatory compliance and inspections.
  • Develop a culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Coach and develop the station technical team, including staffing plans and performance expectations.

Skills

Leadership
Budgeting
Broadcast engineering
Regulatory compliance
Vendor management
Team coaching
Communication
Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in broadcast engineering

Tools

IP video
Automation systems
Cloud/playout
SMPTE standards

Job description

WPXI Pittsburgh TV, part of Cox Media Group, seeks a Director of Engineering to lead all technical operations, from studio production to transmission facilities. You will manage budgets, guide modernization efforts, and ensure regulatory compliance across FCC rules, safety standards, and continuity planning.

You will build a high-performance engineering team, partner with News, Production, IT, and leadership to align technology with strategic goals, and drive 24/7 reliability and rapid incident

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