MEDIA SYSTEMS ENGINEER - KOLN/KSNB

Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintain and evolve broadcast systems across Hastings, Grand Island, North Platte, and every tower site in between.
• Drive technical innovation by executing a strategic plan to keep technology modern, digital-first, and ahead of the curve.
• Provide expert engineering for studios, post-editing suites, and field production teams to ensure they can focus on telling great stories.
• Ensure every piece of gear is ready for the spotlight during live broadcasts and streaming events, documenting and crushing technical hurdles before they hit the air.
• Stay compliant and sharp by managing all regulatory requirements for tech components.
• Monitor the pulse of multiple air channels and transmitters, ensuring the "on-air" product is always high-quality and high-definition.
• Use deep knowledge of server and desktop operating systems to keep newsgathering, weather, and graphic systems running at peak performance.

Qualifications/Requirements

• An engineering or electronics degree (or equivalent experience) plus 2-3 years in the broadcast or professional tech world.
• Digital Fluency: Pro with IP-based video/audio transport and streaming technologies.
• Cool Under Pressure: Ability to remain calm under pressure when the "On Air" light is red.
• A Strategic Mindset: Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and always thinking two steps ahead of the next technical update.
• Communication Skills: Ability to explain complex tech to a non-technical producer without breaking a sweat.
• Road Warrior Spirit: Clean driving record and ready to support Nebraska properties with the occasional overnight stay.
• 24/7 Readiness: Understanding that news doesn't stop at 5:00 PM and being ready for a round-the-clock operation.