Field Engineer

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November 26

🗽 New York – Remote

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⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🔧 Field Service Engineer

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Educational Media Foundation K-LOVE & Air1 Media Networks

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B2C • Media • Non-profit

Educational Media Foundation K-LOVE & Air1 Media Networks is a not-for-profit organization that operates K-LOVE and Air1, contemporary Christian music radio stations. Through music, podcasts, and inspirational content, it offers a platform for faith-based programming, community events, and resources that support spiritual growth and encouragement. The organization is dedicated to sharing uplifting messages and fostering a sense of community among its listeners.

501 - 1000 employees

Founded 1982

👥 B2C

📱 Media

🤝 Non-profit

📋 Description

• Evaluates the overall technical operation of facilities within area of responsibility and takes corrective action as necessary to ensure equipment is functioning to the highest level of quality • Install, maintain, and repair broadcast equipment (such as audio processors, mixers, microwave and satellite equipment) used in preparing and transmitting K-LOVE’s programming to the highest possible level of quality • Regularly operate equipment that regulates the signal strength, clarity, and sound of K-LOVE’s broadcasts • Maintain knowledge of applicable FCC rules and regulations and ensure all equipment within area of responsibility is operating safely and legally • Proactively analyze and fix technical faults on equipment and systems to the component level • Partner and communicate with contract engineers to resolve technical problems • Evaluate work quality from contract engineers and assist in coordinating and reviewing contract engineer projects • Proactively communicate and work with other staff to resolve technical problems • From time to time, carry out work on non-broadcast equipment (such as electrical generators, air conditioning units, light fixtures, plumbing fixtures, etc.) as conditions dictate • Make trips to sites, as required, performing installations or repairs; or company headquarters as needed for training or special projects • Maintain professional competency, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform job duties by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training • If assigned, serve as Chief Operator/Engineer for one or more broadcast station(s) • Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisor

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent college or technical studies in electronics, communications, or related field(s), or three more years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience • SBE Certification highly desirable • 3+ years’ experience troubleshooting and repairing failures in broadcast electronic equipment, or similar relevant experience • Thorough understanding of the components necessary in a broadcast air-chain • Proven ability to deal with multiple, simultaneous problems in a systematic, logical manner • Ability to read and understand electronic schematics, electrical drawings, and construction drawings, making appropriate modifications when necessary • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals • Ability to carry out calculations in common broadcast-related formulae such as transmitter efficiency, transmitter power output, wavelengths, and antenna system gain • Intermediate understanding of satellite technology • Thorough understanding of radio frequency emissions • Ability to solder and desolder electronic components without causing damage to the components or PC board • Knowledge of broadcast-related FCC rules and regulations • Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral, written or diagram form • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situation • Ability to think logically from problem to solution • Proficiency with standard broadcast test equipment, such as VOMs, Oscilloscopes, and Spectrum Analyzers • Proficiency with MS Office products and other common software (internet browsers, etc.)

🏖️ Benefits

• Industry leading Medical, Dental & Vision coverage • Short/long term disability and life insurance • Robust 401K with company match • Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay • Generous PTO, holiday and sick pay • Unique company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and more • Leadership and Career Development Programs including free access to LinkedIn Learning platform