Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc

Assistant Chief Engineer

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc • $80K — $95K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Media
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in engineering or related fields
  • Formal training in technology, information systems, computer science, or electrical engineering
  • On-the-job experience with transmitter repairs
  • Valid and unencumbered driver's license
  • Ability to lift 40-50 lbs

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the key liaison between the engineering team and other staff
  • Lead and support team members to enhance engineering impact
  • Act as the subject matter expert for equipment and technology
  • Provide emergency technical support outside regular hours
  • Assist the News department with live production tech needs
  • Implement and maintain engineering systems within the station
  • Track and organize department budget information

Benefits

  • High-energy work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
  • Regular team interaction with industry innovators
  • Involvement in daily problem-solving and prioritization
  • Travel opportunities with the News team
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Assistant Chief Engineer plays an imperative role as the go-between resource for the engineering team, leadership, and the location's personnel. We need a dynamic team lead to help grow the impact of our engineering team! What you can expect working as an Assistant Chief Engineer:

What you can expect working as an Assistant Chief Engineer:
  • To work with a team focused on meaningful relationships
  • A high-energy environment
  • A chance to work on a team supported, influenced & lead by some of the Broadcast Industry's leading innovators
  • Related on-the-job experience
  • To work at the TV station regularly & to travel with the News team routinely
  • Daily opportunities to learn the art of how-to (re)prioritize.
  • The station's obstacles and challenges are your challenges.
  • The possibility of unexpected and/or late-night calls for engineering-emergencies at the station
  • Act as the subject matter expert and point of contact for all things as it relates to equipment and technology at the location, as well as stay up-to-date on the new industry standards
  • Provide additional support and resource subject matter expertise in the absence of the Chief Engineer to all staff (including leadership and location personnel, and the onsite Engineering team)
  • Support and assist the News department in maintaining must-have for live production
  • Implement, install & maintain engineering systems and provide end-user support across all departments
  • Provide transmitter support
  • Replace or adjust defective and/or improperly functioning equipment
  • Networking / Wiring
  • Administrative "musts" (i.e., tracking and organizing department-related budget information)

Requirements:
  • On-the-job and/or formal training repairing transmitters
  • Valid & unencumbered driver's license
  • Work experience, education, and/or formal training/certification in one or more of an engineering-related fields (e.g., technology; information systems; computer science; electrical engineering and/or electronics).
  • Ability to lift 40-50 lbs

Bonus points for...
  • Previous broadcast experience
  • Familiarity with FCC regulations
  • Engineering-related certifications


About Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is a diversified media company and leading provider of local sports and news. The company owns and operates television stations across the United States, providing local news, sports, and other programming. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. also owns a variety of digital media assets, including websites, mobile apps, and streaming services. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland.
Learn more about Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc
Size
11,500 employees
Market Cap
$1 billion
Industry
Media
Net Income
-$2.4 billion
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+18.5%
Revenue
$5.9 billion
NASDAQ
SBGI
* Ladders Estimates

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