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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 1 day ago

Assistant Chief Engineer

positionWashington, DC
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$95K/yr - $120K/yr
date3+ years exp

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department. This role involves maintaining broadcast technology and equipment, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing engineering projects.

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Responsibilities

Assists in managing all aspects of the Engineering Department
Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station and transmitter sites
Ensures station compliance with rules and regulations applicable to FCC, local, state, and federal, laws
Works closely with Chief Engineer to implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station
Assists with managing engineering and technology capital projects to the established budgets
Manages and coordinates fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems
Evaluates, selects, installs, services and maintains station equipment and information technology systems
Repairs and maintains station building infrastructures
Assists in maintaining station vehicle fleet, including live satellite trucks
Communicates with and coordinates equipment maintenance and training with vendors/contractors
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Broadcast technology maintenanceEngineering project managementFCC complianceBit Central familiarityCommunication skillsPrioritizeOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Minimum three years' experience with a television broadcasting environment
Fluency in English; strong communication, both verbal and written
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work extended hours, as needed

Preferred

Associate Degree in Electronics, Communications, or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience preferred
Familiarity with Bit Central, Overdrive, Cambot or ENPS software/hardware products a plus

Benefits

Medical (with multiple plan options)
Dental
Vision insurance
Paid time off
A 401(k) with company matching contributions
Paid Parental leave
Life insurance
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Company

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
dateFounded in 2000
location
Irving, Texas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.nexstar.tv

H1B Sponsorship

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (2)
2023 (3)
2022 (3)
2021 (7)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.5M
2017-09-06Post Ipo Equity· $2.5M
2003-12-05IPO

Leadership Team

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Bill Sammon
SVP
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Jerry Walsh
Senior Vice President, Local Content Development
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