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What is the difference between Broadcast Rf Engineer vs Satellite Communications Engineer?

AspectBroadcast Rf EngineerSatellite Communications Engineer
CredentialsRF certifications, engineering degreeRF certifications, engineering degree
Work EnvironmentTV/radio stations, broadcast facilitiesSatellite ground stations, telecom hubs
Industry UsageBroadcast media, television, radioTelecommunications, satellite services
Job FocusTransmit/receive broadcast signalsDesign, install, maintain satellite links

Both roles require RF knowledge and similar certifications, but Broadcast Rf Engineers focus on terrestrial broadcast systems, while Satellite Communications Engineers specialize in satellite link setup and maintenance. The choice depends on whether you prefer working with broadcast media or satellite technology.

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Broadcast Maintenance Engineer

Broadcast Maintenance Engineer

Nexstar Media Group

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Nexstar Media Group rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 100 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 65 rated media


Job description

The Broadcast Maintenance Engineer participates in managing and maintaining all broadcast and technology related equipment within the facility.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Participate in managing and maintaining all broadcast and technology related equipment within a News focused operation.
  • Install, service, and maintain facility broadcast equipment and information technology systems.
  • Participate in building maintenance tasks as needed.
  • Assist in equipment evaluation and selection.
  • Work closely with management and co-workers to ensure company objectives are met.
  • Participate in managing the station helpdesk: News, Operations, Sales, Traffic, Editors, Photogs, MMJs, Building Maintenance
  • Participate in developing and maintaining SOPs and system documentation.
  • Work with department manager, broadcast and IT engineering team to develop project plans, tasks list, and timelines.
  • Execute plans and tasks in a timely manner.
  • Provide project updates to the department manager and broadcast and IT team
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Be able to contribute as an individual and work with other members of the team.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills
  • 2-6 years previous Broadcast Engineering experience
  • The ability to terminate broadcast and IT related cables is required.
  • OBS, VMix and Digital Streaming experience is a plus.
  • Experience designing and maintaining a Podcast style environment is a plus.
  • Video production studio experience: cameras, audio boards, mixers, switchers, lighting etc.
  • Experience with broadcast automation systems, routers, video storage devices, SAN storage, ENG Truck experience, satellite ground stations, and RF preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Ability to identify the development needs of others and coach/mentor others to improve their knowledge and/or skills.
  • Complete tasks from start to finish working solo or with a team
  • Work to identify solutions to complete broadcast engineering tasks.
  • Provide Desktop support and general IT support.
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to work extended hours as needed - may include overnights and weekends.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Decision making is expected within the scope of the role:
    • Ability to make mid-tier decisions that do not alter the scope of projects and do not have a significant financial impact on the projects.
    • Develop confidence and accountability for self-made decisions.
  • Team First' attitude - desire to learn new skills consistent with good engineering/IT practices

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Broadcast Maintenance Engineer must be able to stand, sit, reach, climb, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the effectiveness of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. The Broadcast Maintenance Engineer must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required.
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About Nexstar Media Group

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Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is the largest local broadcast television group in the United States and one of the world’s leading diversified media companies. In June 2023, Nexstar marked 27 years of excellence in local programming and service since Perry A. Sook founded the company. Nexstar owns, operates, programs or provides sales and other services to 200 broadcast stations (including partner stations) and their related low power and digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or more than 68% of all U.S. television households. Coupled with a growing portfolio of digital media marketing, advertising and content management platforms, Nexstar delivers powerful and innovative digital solutions and services to local and national media companies, advertisers, agencies and brands.

Industry

Broadcasting

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

1996

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