Senior Broadcast Systems Engineer (24/7 Operations)

Fox Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Other benefits

Job summary

WTXF TV is seeking a skilled Broadcast Maintenance Engineer to keep our 24/7/365 operation running smoothly. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and repair a wide range of broadcast equipment across Master Control, production rooms, studio gear, and remote facilities.

The role requires strong IT skills, experience with VM environments, and the ability to work nights and weekends. A valid driver's license is essential, with physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in TV Engineering with IT background.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or IT preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work nights and weekends and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular preventative maintenance and repairs on broadcast equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly to ensure uninterrupted broadcast operations.
• Maintain and repair systems such as Automated Master Control, Production Control Rooms, Studio Production equipment, and more.
• Assist in the design, construction, and commissioning of new technologies at the Studio, Transmitter, and Remote Facilities.
• Collaborate with team members to support operational needs and enhance system performance.
• Familiarity with Grass Valley ITX, Sony switchers and ELC, Ross Robotics, Bit Central Playout is beneficial.

Skills

TV engineering

IT background

Verbal and written communication

Night/weekend availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or IT

Tools

Grass Valley ITX

Sony switchers

Ross Robotics

Bit Central Playout

Job description

WTXF TV is seeking a skilled Broadcast Maintenance Engineer to keep our 24/7/365 operation running smoothly. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and repair a wide range of broadcast equipment across Master Control, production rooms, studio gear, and remote facilities.

The role requires strong IT skills, experience with VM environments, and the ability to work nights and weekends. A valid driver's license is essential, with physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.