Media Systems Engineer

KNOP News 2; North Platte (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media in Nebraska seeks a Media Systems Engineer to be the technical heartbeat of its stations. You’ll maintain broadcast infrastructure across multiple towns, keeping live streams and on-air products running at peak performance.

You’ll drive innovation, support studios and field crews, and ensure regulatory compliance while traveling to properties throughout the state. A strong engineering background and 2–3 years in the broadcast tech world are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in engineering or electronics.
• 2–3 years in broadcast or professional tech.
• Proficient with IP-based video/audio transport and streaming tech.
• Ability to explain complex tech to non-technical staff.
• Willingness to travel to Nebraska properties.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and evolve broadcast systems across Hastings, Grand Island, North Platte, and tower sites.
• Drive technical innovation and execute a strategic plan for modern tech.
• Provide expert engineering for studios, edit suites, and field production teams.
• Ensure gear is ready for live broadcasts and streaming events.
• Stay in FCC/FAA compliance by managing regulatory requirements.
• Monitor multiple air channels and transmitters for high quality output.
• Bridge IT gaps to keep news, weather, and graphics systems running smoothly.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

IP streaming tech

Communication skills

Driving license

Education

Engineering or Electronics degree

Job description

Are you the kind of person who sees a complex technical glitch and thinks, “Challenge accepted”? Do you dream in gigabytes and broadcast frequencies, and thrive on the adrenaline of keeping a 24/7 operation running flawlessly?

We’re looking for a Media Systems Engineer to be the technological heartbeat of our central and western Nebraska stations. Whether it’s maintaining massive tower sites or ensuring a live stream hits every phone in the state, you’ll be the wizard behind the curtain making sure our communities stay connected and informed.

• Master the infrastructure:Maintain and evolve broadcast systems across Hastings, Grand Island, North Platte, and every tower site in between (yes, you’re the guardian of the signal!).
• Drive technical innovation:Don’t just fix things—improve them. You’ll execute a strategic plan to keep our technology modern, digital-first, and ahead of the curve.
• Support the storytellers:Provide expert engineering for studios, post-editing suites, and field production teams so they can focus on telling great stories.
• Own the live moment:Ensure every piece of gear is ready for the spotlight during live broadcasts and streaming events, documenting and crushing technical hurdles before they hit the air.
• Stay compliant and sharp:Keep us in the good graces of the FCC and FAA by managing all regulatory requirements for our tech components.
• Monitor the pulse:Keep a close eye on multiple air channels and transmitters, ensuring our “on-air” product is always high-quality and high-definition.
• Bridge the IT gap:Use your deep knowledge of server and desktop operating systems to keep our newsgathering, weather, and graphic systems running at peak performance.

What You Bring:

• The Foundation:An engineering or electronics degree (or equivalent experience) plus 2-3 years in the broadcast or professional tech world.
• Digital Fluency:You’re a pro with IP-based video/audio transport and streaming technologies—you know the future of media is multi-platform.
• Cool Under Pressure:When the “On Air” light is red and something breaks, you’re the calmest person in the room.
• A Strategic Mindset:You’re detail-oriented, self-motivated, and always thinking two steps ahead of the next technical update.
• Communication Skills:You can explain complex tech to a non-technical producer without breaking a sweat.
• Road Warrior Spirit:You’ve got a clean driving record and are ready to hop in a company vehicle to support our Nebraska properties (with the occasional overnight stay).
• 24/7 Readiness:You understand that news doesn’t stop at 5:00 PM and are ready to support a round-the-clock operation.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Real Community Impact:Your work ensures that vital news and weather reach your neighbors across Nebraska every single day.
• The Ultimate Tech Playground:From massive towers to cutting-edge streaming servers, you’ll get your hands on a diverse range of high-end gear.
• Autonomy and Growth:We trust your expertise. You’ll have the space to solve problems and the support to grow your career within Gray Media.
• The Nebraska Tour:You won’t be stuck in a cubicle; you’ll be out in the field, seeing the state and keeping our entire network humming.