Staff Engineer

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Audacy is seeking a Regional Staff Engineer to join our Houston-based engineering team. This hands-on role supports multiple markets, maintaining broadcast radio equipment, IT networks, and regulatory compliance.

You will troubleshoot WideOrbit/Axia systems, manage AOIP networks, and provide on-call emergency support, including weekends and holidays. A strong electronics background and FCC familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years broadcast engineering experience.
• Associate’s degree in electronics preferred.
• IT networking skills preferred.
• Ability to provide 24/7 on-call support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, and repair all broadcast radio station equipment across multiple markets.
• Manage AOIP networks, studio hardware, and VOIP/telephone systems.
• Ensure FCC compliance via logs, EAS tests, and tower lighting requirements.
• Install and troubleshoot WideOrbit and Axia at studio and transmitter sites.
• Provide 24/7 emergency support for equipment failures.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

24/7 support

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

WideOrbit

Axia

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Regional Staff Engineer

Department: Technical

Reporting To: Regional Director, Technical Operations

Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview:

Audacy is seeking a talented Regional Staff Engineer to join our Houston-based engineering team. This hands-on role is ideal for a proactive professional with robust radio broadcast engineering skills and the flexibility to provide support and travel to multiple markets.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

• Maintain, inspect, and repair all broadcast radio station equipment, including high power FM + HD, AM, digital audio & audio streaming, studio equipment, automation systems, remote control equipment, remote broadcast equipment, satellite downlinks, network infrastructure, generators, backup power systems, and related equipment in keeping with good engineering practices.
• Support studio operations by managing AOIP networks, studio hardware, UPS systems, remote control equipment, and VOIP/telephone systems.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by reviewing weekly transmitter and studio logs, EAS tests, and tower lighting requirements per F.C.C. regulations.
• Install and troubleshoot broadcast IT systems, including WideOrbit and Axia, at both studio and transmitter sites.
• Oversee critical infrastructure maintenance, including generator testing, fueling, and UPS system supervision.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Networking Team and vendors to manage ISP/Networking circuits and service calls.
• Assist in the technical planning and development of facilities, including data networks and backup power systems.
• Develop instructional materials and provide training for operators on technical equipment and systems.
• Provide 24/7 emergency support for equipment failures, including availability for weekends and holidays as required.
• Maintain broadcast IT systems at studios and transmitter sites, such as WideOrbit and Axia
• Assist in planning and development of all aspects of technical facilities including studios, transmitters, AOIP, VOIP, satellite, STL, computers and data networks
• Create instructional materials and teach operators to use technical equipment and systems
• Handle ISP/Networking problems and service calls. Work with Corp Networking Team, Vendor Technicians to install and troubleshoot circuits.
• Generator testing, fueling and supervision of Generator maintenance.
• UPS testing and supervision of maintenance.
• Effectively communicate and partner with programming staff as well as outside partners.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications

More About You:

Required:

• Minimum 5 years broadcast engineering experience.
• Associate’s degree in electronics preferred.
• IT networking skills preferred.
• Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations.
• Ability to provide support 24/7 in case of equipment failure; available to work various hours/days, including weekends and holidays.
• FCC General Class License or SBE Certifications are a plus.
• A valid driver’s license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of applicant’s own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required.
• Strong verbal and writing communications skills.

Important Notes:

Please be aware that Audacy willneverask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives willonlycome from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.

About Us

Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month.We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com and join the conversation on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

EEO

Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.