Head of Engineering

About Us

We are a growing multimedia company operating television and radio stations dedicated to delivering trusted local news, compelling programming, and innovative digital content. We are seeking an accomplished Head of Engineering to lead engineering operations across multiple television and radio broadcast facilities.

Position Summary

Lead the strategic direction and day-to-day engineering operations across multiple television and radio facilities. Oversee engineering personnel, capital planning, regulatory compliance, technology modernization, and operational reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop engineering teams across broadcast locations.
• Establish engineering standards and preventative maintenance programs.
• Oversee studios, master control, automation systems, production facilities, RF infrastructure, transmitters, microwave STL systems, antennas, towers, and related broadcast equipment.
• Maintain overall digital broadcasting electronic systems and related equipment to ensure optimum transmission and broadcast performance.
• Maintain traditional radio and digital broadcasting electronic systems and equipment, including RF switchers, transmitters, transceivers, studio consoles, and associated audio equipment.
• Respond to equipment outages, malfunctions, and related technical problems.
• Conduct routine diagnostic testing, repair, and replacement of equipment used for radio station broadcasts.
• Support WideOrbit Automation and Master Control systems.
• Provide engineering leadership for Zixi IP transport infrastructure.
• Oversee AudioVault and Zetta radio automation platforms.
• Develop preventative maintenance programs for television and radio transmitters, generators, UPS systems, HVAC, and remote monitoring.
• Develop and execute a five-year engineering and technology roadmap.
• Manage engineering operating and capital budgets.
• Lead facility upgrades, transmitter replacements, studio renovations, and technology modernization.
• Ensure FCC, FAA, EAS, and OSHA compliance.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and department heads across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of broadcast engineering experience with at least 5 years in engineering leadership.
• Experience leading engineering teams across multiple locations.
• Strong knowledge of television and radio broadcast operations, RF transmission systems, master control, automation, and production facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with WideOrbit Automation and Master Control.
• Knowledge of WideOrbit Traffic is a plus.
• Experience with Zixi, AudioVault, and Zetta.
• Strong knowledge of television and AM/FM transmitter maintenance, RF systems, and microwave STL paths.
• SBE Certification preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave & Holidays
• Professional Development

MediaCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer