Chief Engineer
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Job Location:
Chattanooga, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Chief Engineer
Station: WDEF-TV
Location: Chattanooga
Department: Engineering / Technical Operations
Reports To: General ManagerPosition Summary
WDEF-TV is seeking an experienced hands-on Chief Engineer to lead all technical operations for our broadcast digital and production systems. This leadership role is responsible for maintaining FCC compliance ensuring uninterrupted on-air performance and guiding the stations technical strategy in a rapidly evolving media environment.
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong leadership skills a deep understanding of broadcast engineering and a passion for keeping systems running at peak performance.Key Responsibilities
Station: WDEF-TV
Location: Chattanooga
Department: Engineering / Technical Operations
Reports To: General ManagerPosition Summary
WDEF-TV is seeking an experienced hands-on Chief Engineer to lead all technical operations for our broadcast digital and production systems. This leadership role is responsible for maintaining FCC compliance ensuring uninterrupted on-air performance and guiding the stations technical strategy in a rapidly evolving media environment.
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong leadership skills a deep understanding of broadcast engineering and a passion for keeping systems running at peak performance.Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all engineering and technical operations including studio control room transmitter and IT infrastructure
- Ensure compliance with all Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and regulations
- Maintain and troubleshoot broadcast equipment automation systems and transmission facilities
- Manage capital projects upgrades and preventative maintenance programs
- Lead and mentor engineering staff and coordinate with news production and sales teams
- Oversee IT systems including networking cybersecurity and file-based workflows
- Manage vendor relationships service contracts and equipment procurement
- Maintain accurate engineering logs records and regulatory filings
- Respond to technical emergencies and provide on-call support as needed
- Minimum 57 years of broadcast engineering experience including leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of television broadcast systems RF transmission and digital workflows
- Experience with automation systems master control and IP-based infrastructure
- Understanding of FCC regulations and compliance requirements
- Proficiency in IT systems networking and troubleshooting
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- SBE certification or relevant technical certifications preferred
- Experience in a local television newsroom environment
- Familiarity with ATSC standards and next-generation broadcast technologies
- Experience with facility upgrades system integration and project management
- Fast-paced television broadcast environment
- Occasional evenings weekends and on-call responsibilities
- Ability to lift and move technical equipment as needed
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
Required Experience:
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