Chief Broadcast Engineer

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Help coordinate the technical planning, build-out, integration, and commissioning of a new national television news facility.

Oversee installation and deployment of:

News control rooms

Studios and production environments

Master control systems

Video routers and Multiviewers

Audio infrastructure

Intercom and IFB systems

Graphics and playback systems

Transmission and contribution systems

Satellite, fiber, and IP transport systems

Deploy and maintain enterprise‑class broadcast IT infrastructure including:

SMPTE ST 2110 and IP‑based workflows

Core networking and switching.

Virtualized environments

Storage and media asset systems

Cloud and remote production workflows

Cybersecurity and redundancy strategies

Support mission‑critical live news operations and breaking news coverage.

Work closely with newsroom leadership, operations, production teams, vendors, architects, and systems integrators throughout all phases of the project.

Develop engineering standards, SOPs, preventative maintenance programs, and disaster recovery procedures.

Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in high‑pressure live environments.

Recruit, mentor, and lead an engineering team capable of supporting a 24/7 news operation.

Participate in on‑call and emergency response support as required.

Position Requirements/Qualifications

Full‑time, management‑level engineering leadership role, on site in Washington DC office.

10+ years of broadcast engineering experience in television news, network broadcasting, or large‑scale live production environments.

Proven experience designing, building, upgrading, or commissioning broadcast facilities.

Strong understanding of modern IP‑based broadcast infrastructure and live news workflows.

Advanced technical knowledge of:

Broadcast signal flow.

Video and audio infrastructure.

Networking and enterprise IT systems.

Windows and Linux environments.

Virtualization and storage platforms.

Broadcast automation and newsroom systems.

Experience supporting 24/7 mission‑critical operations.

Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure during live broadcasts and breaking news situations.

Ability to create, read, and interpret engineering drawings, technical schematics, and systems documentation.

SBE certification and/or advanced IT certifications are a plus.

Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary $145 k‑$185 k compensation range will vary according to experience.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.

401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Paid time off and holidays.

Professional development and training opportunities.

Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

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