Assistant Chief Engineer

Chesapeake Media LLC

Minimum three years television broadcasting experience
It and networking support background required
Strong verbal and written communication skills
The Assistant Chief Engineer will oversee day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department and maintain all broadcast technology at station and transmitter sites

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Chief Engineer will oversee day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department and maintain all broadcast technology at station and transmitter sites.
  • This role ensures strict compliance with FCC, local, state, and federal laws while collaborating with the Chief Engineer on new technical infrastructure implementations.
  • The position requires managing fiber connectivity, A/V routing, networking systems, and coordinating equipment maintenance with vendors and contractors.

Matching Summary

The Assistant Chief Engineer will oversee day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department and maintain all broadcast technology at station and transmitter sites.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Minimum three years television broadcasting experience
  • IT and Networking support background required
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work extended hours as needed
  • Experience managing engineering capital projects

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with Bitcentral software products
  • Associate degree in Electronics or Communications
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Experience with live satellite truck maintenance
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously

Key Requirements

  • Associate Degree in Electronics or Communications preferred
  • Minimum three years TV broadcasting environment experience
  • IT/Networking support background required

Work Rights

Not specified

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