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.
  • Storage and media asset systems
  • Virtualized environments
  • 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 $145k-$185k 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.