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Headend Engineer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Fiber Splicer

West Palm Beach, FL

$24.25 - $28.75/hr

Support field maintenance, IT, and engineering teams with network operations. * Troubleshoot headend, MDF, and third-party provider connectivity issues. * Maintain accurate network documentation for ...

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Fiber Splicer

Port Saint Lucie, FL

$19.25 - $23/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

Fiber Splicer

West Palm Beach, FL

$24.25 - $28.75/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

Fiber Splicer

Naples, FL

$23.75 - $28.25/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

Fiber Splicer

Tampa, FL

$22 - $26/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

Fiber Splicer

Miami, FL

$24 - $28.50/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

Fiber Splicer

West Palm Beach, FL

$24.25 - $28.75/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

Fiber Splicer

Miami, FL · On-site

$24 - $28.50/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

Fiber Splicer

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$24.25 - $28.75/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

Fiber Splicer

Port Saint Lucie, FL

$19.25 - $23/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

Fiber Splicer

Miami, FL

$24 - $28.50/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

Fiber Splicer

Tampa, FL

$22 - $26/hr

Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers. * Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications. * Work on an on-call schedule rotation as ...

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How much do headend engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for headend engineer in Florida is $26.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.23 and $31.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Headend Engineer?

Headend Engineers are responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing the primary signal processing equipment that delivers video, data, and voice services. Daily tasks often include monitoring system performance, ensuring signal quality, performing software or firmware upgrades, and responding to technical issues or outages. Collaboration with field technicians, network operations teams, and sometimes vendors is common to ensure seamless operation and quick issue resolution. This role may also include planning for capacity upgrades and participating in the rollout of new services or technologies.

What is a Headend Engineer job?

A Headend Engineer is responsible for managing and maintaining the central hub of a cable or telecommunications network, known as the headend. They ensure seamless transmission of video, internet, and data services by configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting equipment like modulators, routers, and signal processors. Their role involves optimizing signal quality, preventing service disruptions, and staying updated with emerging technologies to improve network performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Headend Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Headend Engineer, a strong background in electronic communications, RF engineering, and digital video technologies is essential, often supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Experience with headend equipment such as modulators, encoders, multiplexers, and monitoring systems, along with certifications like SCTE or CCNA, is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork set outstanding candidates apart. These qualities ensure reliable signal delivery and system performance in environments where uptime and broadcast quality are critical.

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RF Engineer

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Hotwire Communications rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 96 rated telecommunications companies


Job description

The RF Engineer is responsible for deployment, managing, maintaining, and optimizing the processes involved in the RF origination, RF signal distribution, Modulation and Demodulation, RF over Glass transport, and reception performance of Live RF content. This position will lead technical initiatives related to system upgrades, scalability, performance optimization, new RF standards implementation, and the integration of emerging technologies into the RF ecosystem.
Duties / Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the end-to-end RF distribution from multiple content sources such as satellite, fiber, IP streams, and OTT platforms.
  • Ensure RF signals are acquired at the highest possible quality, conduct regular quality checks and assessments on the incoming RF streams, implementing error correction mechanisms when necessary.
  • Manage RF systems for live content, ensuring local origination performance to headend systems.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot RF feeds, ensuring minimal downtime and rapid resolution of signal or quality issues.
  • Ensure the proper installation and maintenance of RF components for Satellite and OTA receivers, Antennas for Satellite and OTA, Optical Transmitters and EDFA, Splitters and Amplifiers, and other equipment used in RF ecosystem.
  • Implement signal analyzation techniques to ensure consistent RF quality and format across all streams.
  • Install and configure OTA receivers and antennas, Satellite Antennas, L-band Optical and RF systems, HFC Systems, IP to RF Modulation.
  • Implement RF solutions ensuring scalability, redundancy and high performance.
  • Execute implementation of new RF systems for Satellite IP or fiber acquisition
  • Monitor FR linear channels for Audio/Video quality. Analyze real-time and historic data from monitoring systems to proactively address issues.
  • Work closely with the network team to manage and optimize the Coax and Optical transport of RF signals over various Systems.
  • Troubleshoot network-related issues impacting RF transport, ensuring stable and efficient content delivery.
  • Implement and maintain security practices to ensure signal protection in the distribution equipment and systems.
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in RF/HFC systems, Broadcast engineering, with a strong focus on satellite, IP, and fiber transport.
  • Background in RF headend operations and video distribution technologies.
  • Experience with C-Band, L-Band, Coax, Fiber Optic, and RF Active and Passive systems.
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills in English.
  • Ability to work flexible days, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Benefits:
We truly appreciate and value all our employees and show our appreciation by offering a wide range of benefits, including:
  • Comprehensive Healthcare/Dental/Vision Plans
  • 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Hotwire Service Discounts - for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire. Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video
  • service, phone, and security service
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Exclusive Entertainment Discounts/Perks

Hotwire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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