Senior Systems Design Engineer

Fox News Media; New York (NY); On-site; USD 114,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox News Media in New York seeks a Senior Systems Design Engineer to lead broadcast infrastructure projects from concept to delivery. You will oversee planning, scheduling, vendor coordination, and stakeholder communications in a fast-paced media environment.

The role requires 3+ years in broadcast/AV project management, PMP or equivalent, strong IT and cloud familiarity, and proficiency with Smartsheet, Jira, AutoCAD, and IP-based workflows (SMPTE 2110, NDI).

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing technical broadcast projects.
• PMP or equivalent certification required.
• Strong knowledge of core broadcast IT infrastructure and IP-based workflows.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to present to diverse audiences.
• Proficient with project management tools (Smartsheet, Jira, AutoCAD).
• Familiarity with cloud-based media workflows (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of broadcast systems installations, upgrades, and migrations.
• Define scope, goals, and deliverables; develop plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Coordinate internal teams, vendors, contractors, and client stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, and risks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and final handover materials.
• Apply knowledge of IP video, SMPTE 2110, cloud-based workflows, and baseband infrastructure.

Skills

Broadcast project management

Technical communication

IP-based broadcast concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

PMP certification

Tools

Smartsheet

AutoCAD

Jira

NDI

SMPTE 2110

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a seasoned project management professional with a passion for broadcast technology and systems integration? Do you thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, leading complex projects from concept to completion? If so, we want you to join our team! We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Systems Design Engineer to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of our cutting-edge broadcast infrastructure and technology projects.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITES

As our Senior Systems Design Engineer, you will be the driving force behind our key technology initiatives, including:

• Lead and manage the entire project lifecycle for broadcast systems installations, upgrades, and migrations (e.g., control rooms, studios & technical spaces).
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and resource allocation models.
• Coordinate and manage internal engineering teams, external vendors, contractors, and client stakeholders.
• Monitor project budgets, track expenditures, and identify/mitigate potential risks and issues to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including specifications, change orders, status reports, and final handover documentation.
• Possess a working knowledge of modern broadcast technologies (e.g., IP video/SMPTE 2110, cloud-based systems, baseband infrastructure, asset management).

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Experience managing technical projects, with at least 3 years specifically focused on broadcast, A/V, or media technology systems integration.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification.
• Strong understanding of core broadcast and IT infrastructure concepts (e.g., routing, signal flow, networking, storage).
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Expert proficiency with project management software (e.g., Smartsheet, AutoCAD, Jira) and standard office productivity tools.
• Experience with IP-based broadcast solutions (SMPTE 2110, NDI, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud media workflows (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $114,000.00-160,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.